Published Oct 21, 2026, 8:23 PM EDT

Simon is a Computer Science BSc graduate who has been writing about technology since 2014, and using Windows machines since 3.1. After working for an indie game studio and acting as the family's go-to technician for all computer issues, he found his passion for writing and decided to use his skill set to write about all things tech.

Since beginning his writing career, he has written for many different publications such as WorldStart , Listverse , and MakeTechEasier . However, after finding his home at MakeUseOf in February 2019, he would eventually move on to its sister site, XDA, to bring the latest and greatest in Windows, Linux, and DIY electronics.

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Summary

LibreOffice hit 9.4M downloads in eight weeks, a notable surge from under 1M/week.

Possible drivers: Publisher's end, Europe's push for digital sovereignty, and v26.8 features.

2026 downloads already surpass 2025 with ten weeks left—momentum could carry into 2027.

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