The Office tools that Microsoft continues to charge for are free from Google, Apple, and even Microsoft, too. Microsoft, being the defacto standard for office productivity suites for nearly 25 years, has been challenged by the dynamics of the Cloud and how software is acquired, delivered, and used.

With the rise of active players such as Google and Facebook, the way we compute has changed significantly.

It is amazing to witness dramatic changes in the software industry over the past five years. The student plan is a one-time purchase of $150 and includes Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.īusiness users can select from Basic, Standard, and Premium plans, starting at $5 per user/month. The Personal version is for one person and is $70/year or $6.99 per month. The first is $100 per year (or $10/month) and includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Outlook for Mac, and is useful for up to six users. For home use, the Microsoft 365 suite is currently available in three varieties, including a Family, Personal, and Home & Student plan.

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