Honestly, this is one web 2.0 application that I haven't previously explored and find great potential in use. I marvel at the flexibility of this program vis-a-vis the usual word processor (eg ms word or open office writer). I like how different applications can be easily managed like doing spreadsheets or even including features. And because it (only) works online, sharing/editing documents with your network is pretty straightforward too.
But the application being dependent on the internet may be a liability depending on the user. If one is dependent on wi-fi and encounters a dead spot, then work can be seriously delayed. So, it may still not totally replace the traditional word processor. atleast not yet. I haven't gotten the chance to test its compatibility to import documents across a range of word processor versions. In some cases, that is very crucial as well.
I've been telling some of our librarians that Zoho writer and similar applications have potential as well as an alternative for those who use public computers. This gives them the flexibility of using any station and easily accessing their files. There's no need to worry about defective floppy disks or missing USB thumb drives. Although backing-up, of course, is always be a good idea.
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