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Which version of Microsoft Office should I buy?

Microsoft have made their office range incredibly complex with seven different versions available. Each version has different programs and some have some severe licensing restrictions.

For home users, we recommend the Home and Student edition. This includes Word, Excel and Powerpoint which are the applications most households use. This version is also licensed to go onto three different computers, which makes it an even deal.

One thing to watch with versions of Microsoft Office are the OEM versions that are available. These are tied to the original computer and can’t be used on any other machine, which makes the boxed product better value if you are going to install it on three computers.

For business users, you need to consider carefully which version to get. Office Basic is fine you don’t expect to every use Powerpoint, for most businesses Office Standard is fine, but if you need products like Microsoft Access then you’ll need Office Professional.

You can add features later, but it can become expensive.

Microsoft have the full range of their Office products and their features on their website.

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