Document Formats
and
Free Readers

On the South Hadley High School Web Site, we often use three document formats for your viewing/downloading pleasure. They include:
 
(DOC) Microsoft Word format - This is a widely-used format that is popular with approximately 90% of computer users. Most often, Microsoft Word files have a .doc extension on the filename (ex. Handbook.doc) Microsoft provides a free viewer program for those that do not own the Microsoft Word program. You can obtain the free Microsoft Word Viewer program by clicking here. Microsoft Word can be purchased at most stores selling computer software.
       
  (PDF) Adobe Acrobat Reader format - This is also a widely-used format that is very popular on the web. Adobe files often have a .pdf extension on the filename (ex. handbook.pdf). Adobe provides this reader program free. You can obtain the free Adobe Acrobat Reader program by clicking here. If you want to create Adobe Acrobat Reader files yourself, you'll need to purchase the full Adobe Acrobat program at your local computer software store.    
       
 

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