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Their wordsThat's why I only use plain text files. They are the most reliable, flexible, and long-lasting option.
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Their wordsYou will outlive these companies. Your writing should outlive you. Depending on companies is not an option.
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Plain text is the only format guaranteed to be readable on devices that do not exist yet.
Their wordsEvery device, including ones long gone, and ones not invented yet, can read and edit plain text.
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Nothing you depend on to write should require an internet connection.
Their wordsDon't depend on any tool that needs an internet connection.
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Their wordsPlain text files and a basic text editor are enough. This is everything you need for great thinking and writing.