Zoho Writer has quite a few useful tools. The idea that web based documents can be stored, retrieved, edited and published without actually saving it to the hard drive is outstanding. As a teacher, having the ability to collaborate with colleagues is quite an advantage given the possibility for corrupt files, viruses, and worms that could destroy your work. Students can also find web based applications for word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations useful when working on group projects. Each student could access the application, update or review the collaborative work, and then publish the finished product for grading without it being necessary to be in the same place. Web based productivity tools such as Zoho writer and Google docs offer students an alternate means to store their individual work for retrieval from any computer. As the student moves from the classroom to the library and then home, the files are ready for retrieval and use whenever they are desired.
Personally, I was more comfortable with Google docs only because I have a Google account. Zoho Writer did appear similar to the common Word application used by most people, but was not a deal maker for me. I like the way that a Google doc allows you to upload your file directly, then share it with your friends, coworkers, or colleagues. In addition, while working in Google doc one could easily transition to other Google applications using the toolbar at the top. In all, both Zoho and Google offer the user a secure and effective way to create and use documents, spreadsheets and other applications right on the web for easy retrieval, sharing and convenient publishing.
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