Google Opens Writely Registration
Anyone can now register for Google’s online word processing program, even though it’s still in beta. Google began compiling the Writely waitlist in March and started sending invitations in July. This month, they reached the bottom of the waitlist– so now they can accomodate anyone who wants to use the program.
Writely allows users to compose, store, collaborate and share their documents. It seems like a competitor to Microsoft Office, although PC Magazine in July said it’s no real competition to Word. Online document management probably has its own place, since users can collaborate on a single document and access their documents anywhere there’s an Internet connection.
“One hundred percent of people agreeing on one thing? I don’t think so,” she said. “The poll is really a litmus test and it’s been a great way to solicit feedback from people who wouldn’t normally give feedback.”
Although Google did not release a statement about opening registration for Writely, Mazzon announced it on the Writely bloglast Thursday.