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Website admins are often given the tedious task of converting Word documents into webpages.
Docvert takes word processor files (typically Microsoft's .DOC) and converts them to OpenDocument and webpages. It's easy to use, and developers can build formatting rulesets with XSLT or PHP. The software is free and runs on Windows, Linux and Apple OSX. It follows Web Standards, and adheres the E-Government Web Standards.
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About NZOSS
The New Zealand Open Source Society is an incorporated society set up to educate, advocate and advance the use of Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) in New Zealand.
What is Open Source software?
Check out our introduction to Open Source. The best way to get started is simply to use it! There is an amazing amount of software freely available to you today. You're possibly using it without even knowing it - the popular Firefox browser is FOSS software, and the search engine Google is built on top of an international Linux infrastructure. For more examples and things you can download for free today, see our Getting Started With Free and Open Source page.
What does the NZOSS do?
The Open Source and companion Free Software movements are shaking up big business. Some companies, such as IBM, Novell and Oracle, are throwing their weight behind it; some have declared an intention to destroy it before realising it wasn't going away (by definition), and they would have to changing their mindset.
NZOSS represents Free and Open Source users, creators and contributors in New Zealand by promoting software, representing the interests of the community to Government and the education sector. It also supports community user groups.
Joining NZOSS
To become involved in the activites of the society you simply need to subscribe to our online mailing list, which is as easy as emailing openchat-subscribe@nzoss.org.nz. The openchat list is the primary discussion mailing list for the NZOSS, and is open to all interested parties, whether a society member or not.
As an incorporated society, we also maintain an official membership roster. Our annual subscription fee is just $40 for individuals. Joining the NZOSS as a financial member shows your commitment to promoting Open Source Software in New Zealand and provides the society with valuable funds to fight on your behalf in copyright and patent issues. The NZOSS also supports local user groups around New Zealand.
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If you are a family or company and wish to support NZOSS, please contact the society President.
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We do not allow anonymous comments on this site. If you wish to comment on any article you must register and login.
If you wish to contribute content (stories) or maintain or add site pages please contact the society Secretary for access to the relevant areas.
Society administration
NZOSS is governed by a constitution and run by an annually elected council.
- Constitution of the NZOSS
- The NZOSS council and their responsibilities
- AGM minutes (you must be logged in to view)
The New Zealand Open Source Society is registered as a charitable entity under the Charities Act 2005. Registration number CC42367
Community & Social Events
Members of the New Zealand Open Source Society do get together and socialise on regular occaisions. They also participate in online communities which allow both professional and personal networking with other like-minded people. Visit our Community page for further information.