Etherpad 2.7.0 Shifts to LibreOffice for Document Conversion (heise.de)

• Integration of LibreOffice replaces Abiword for document processing.
• Improved rendering and conversion for DOCX and ODT formats.
• Significant bug fixes addressing platform stability.

"Etherpad 2.7.0 has been released, featuring a critical architectural change: the replacement of Abiword with LibreOffice for document conversion tasks. This update enables more robust handling of DOCX, ODT, and PDF files, significantly improving file compatibility. Alongside technical fixes, this release reinforces Etherpad’s value proposition as a self-hosted, sovereign alternative to mainstream cloud-based collaborative suites. By removing external dependencies for heavy conversion tasks, the platform enhances its utility for organizations prioritizing data security and digital autonomy, ensuring professional-grade document processing capabilities within their own infrastructure."