My friend is attempting to send me a data base file, names, dates, payroll numbers, etc. that is formated in an .xls extension. I am told this is an Excel program. However, I do not have Excel and the data base is just that. Not a spreadsheet program and it will not be used to manipulate numbers or numerical forumlas. Is there a way I can download this Program to my computer?
I have already searched "My Computer" and I have no .xls file. Can I create one that will open the data base file, or...?

Thanks a Bunch