Shift+Open

The Open Disc 11.09 - All the Essential Software Tools You'll Ever Need

Name: The Open Disc 11.09 - All the Essential Software Tools You'll Ever Need
Brand: Shift+Open
SKU: B001IK3MEC

Bottom line: The Shift+Open The Open Disc 11.09 is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro software & media category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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By Mike Perry, Founder & Editor-in-Chief · Listing data updated 2026-10-07

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Profit from your purchase goes towards furthering open-source software developement

Cons

✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying

Manufacturer description

Smarter, faster, and less expensive, the Shift+Open Smart Tools suite combines some of the greatest open-source software available to let you do more with your computer. This smart buy gives you all of the functionality of MS Office, along with heaps of other powerful open-source tools. The included Shift+Open installer summarizes each included program for you and lets you easily pick out just the applications you want. Whether you are looking for a few reliable basic programs for an older computer, or an array of professional quality software for a new computer, our CD is for you. With…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Shift+Open The Open Disc 11.09 using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro software & media category. Shift+Open's retro software & media lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for retro software & media of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

Functional software package gives you more features than the leading commercial software suites, at a fraction of the cost
Word-processor, spreadsheet manager, presentation designer, video & music player, web browser, email client, sound editing tool, powerful image editor, and much more
Open-source software means greater reliability and less bugs than proprietary rivals, along with continuous free online support and updates.
Easy-to-use Shift+Open installer lets you install through a simple and elegant interface and saving valuable disk space by letting you install just the programs you want
Profit from your purchase goes towards furthering open-source software developement

Full Specifications

Brand	Shift+Open

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