In order for people with old Microsoft Office to read .docx files, please go to this site:
Here is the link to the MS Office 2007 Compatibility site:
www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=941b3470-3ae9-4aee-8f43-c6bb74cd1466
Here is the link to the Microsoft Windows Update site:
www.update.microsoft.com/microsoftupdate/
You need to update your computer before you install the compatibility pack (but you can try installing it first anyway).
If you own a Mac, you need this site: www.microsoft.com/mac/downloads.mspx
This has been a helping hand from your local me and
San Jose State's school of library science.