title: Open Microsoft Word docx file with Java
body: <p>How can I open a Microsoft Word docx file in Java? furthermore, how can I open it if it is password protected?</p>
  
  <p>For instance,</p>
  
  <pre><code>File f = new File("hello.docx");
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  <p>Please try to avoid responding with things such as "you shouldn't do this." I have a good reason for this, so please stick to the question when you answer. thanks a lot!</p>