When to Use Word, When to Use Another Tool
As you'll discover, building a printed or electronic form in Word 2000 is relatively easy. However, there may be times when it makes more sense to use another tool:
Forms built in Word can perform calculations, but if your forms require extensive, complex calculations that go far beyond simple arithmetic, consider building them in Microsoft Excel rather than Word.
Forms built in Word can transfer their data to a database such as Microsoft Access, but if integrating the information in your forms into a database is your central goal, consider building the forms in Access rather than Word.
If the users who will fill out your online forms do not have access to Microsoft Word or Office, consider creating Web-based ...
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