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This Office app survived 35 years. Now Microsoft is killing it
Microsoft now says that Microsoft Publisher will disappear in October 2026, where the ( ahem) “perpetual version” of Publisher will be discontinued — at least in terms of support. At that time, Publisher will also be removed from Microsoft 365 and subscribers will not be able to access it from that date forward.
Microsoft is testing a free desktop version of Office - but there's a catch
This version comes with a host of limitations and access is limited, but here's how you could try giving it a whirl.
I tried the free version of Microsoft Office. All I got was ads and anxiety
We tried the ad-supported free desktop versions of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Hey Microsoft, the intention is neat, but just don’t launch this mess.
Why Microsoft 365 users are making the switch to Office (now $40 for life)
Skip the monthly fees — get a lifetime Microsoft Office license for Mac or Windows for just $39.99 (reg. $229) while codes last.
This 2019 version of MS Office gets the job done—and it’s just $34.99 for life
Most of us need some sort of suite of apps to help us streamline budgets, document creation, and all the things that go into a day at work (or home). Not everyone wants the latest, flashiest version of Office filled with AI tricks and cloud-based gimmicks.
Get Microsoft Office staples for less than $7 an app
TL;DR: Score a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows for just $54.97 (reg. 219). Whether you're creating a budget with Excel, crafting a birthday card with Word, or putting together a presentation that can hopefully snag you a promotion,
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Best free Microsoft Office alternative software
We are all very accustomed to using Microsoft Office. It is the most prevalent office productivity software for personal as well as business. Maybe it is time to get out of the comfort zone ...
You Can Now Use Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for Free on Windows (Updated)
Microsoft has quietly made free, ad-supported versions of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint available for free on Windows.
Microsoft sneaks out a free desktop-based version of Word, Excel and PowerPoint - then backtracks and says it was just a "test"
Some Microsoft Office users are getting access to ad-supported, restricted desktop apps for Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
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Microsoft 365: A guide to the updates
Microsoft 365 (and Office 365) subscribers get more frequent software updates than those who ... with the latest releases shown first. We’ll add info about new updates as they’re rolled ...