LyX is a modern approach of writing documents with a computer which breaks
with the tradition of the obsolete typewriter concept. It is designed for
people who want a professional output with a minimum of time effort, without
becoming specialists in typesetting. Compared to common word processors LyX
will increase the productivity a lot, since most of the typesetting will be
done by the computer, not the author. With LyX the author can concentrate on
the contents of their writing, since the computer will take care of the look.