Convert SXW to DOC (Word)

The SXW file extension stands for StarOffice XML Writer and is associated with the StarOffice and Apache OpenOffice Writer applications. Developed by Sun Microsystems, SXW files are based on the OpenDocument XML format and contain formatted text, images, tables, and other rich content similar to Microsoft Word's DOCX files. Although StarOffice has been discontinued, SXW files can still be opened with OpenOffice Writer.

The DOC file extension, standing for "Microsoft Word Document", is a legacy format used by Microsoft Word. Introduced in the early 1980s with Microsoft Word for MS-DOS, it became the standard format for saving documents until the adoption of the DOCX format with Microsoft Word 2007. DOC files encapsulate text, formatting, images, and other document elements, and were pivotal in advancing word processing capabilities, offering extensive features for creating professional and complex documents in both personal and professional contexts. Despite the shift to DOCX, DOC files remain significant for their compatibility with older software versions and extensive archival of legacy documents.