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Bill_Hancoc

31-05-2006, 21:15

I searched and didn't find anything about this so here it is.

The Beta 2 version of Microsoft office 2007 with the radical new interface on some of the programs and load of new features is available for download at the office website. It is a full version of the professional plus suite of office and is not crippled. so its a free version basically grab it while you still can is my advice.

CmptrGk

31-05-2006, 21:16

But there is one limitation, supposedly it will unactivate it self on january 1, 2007.

Tristan Lall

31-05-2006, 21:21

Here (http://www.microsoft.com/office/preview/beta/download/en/default.mspx)'s the download link.

Also, if you're interested in the development of the product itself, see Jensen Harris's Office UI site (http://blogs.msdn.com/jensenh/default.aspx).

Pat McCarthy

31-05-2006, 21:21

And also, being a beta version of software, there is a possibility of major bugs which can lead to lost data. But, as the adage goes, "Save often!"
I may get it if I can convince myself that the risk of losing data on occasion is worth it.

Bill_Hancoc

31-05-2006, 22:05

Darn and i thought i saved myself 600 dollars

o well. I expiration date is 2-1-07

Pat McCarthy

31-05-2006, 22:33

Can you chose to install just one program?
Like just Exel 2007?

MattD

31-05-2006, 22:40

Can you chose to install just one program?
Like just Exel 2007?

Yes, the setup allows you to install whichever programs that you want - you just have to choose Custom or Advanced (something like that) on the setup.

I believe Microsoft will be selling these products both as part of a package and individually.

RoboMadi

31-05-2006, 22:44

I tested it a while back. I just downloaded the Microsoft Office, and found it really interesting. Although I'm still used to XP office, but i guess 2007 version might create a new impact. There are still some bugs and yes there is a chance to lose the data. So be careful.

PS you don't want to write a 12 pages long paper and lose it right before the deadline :p

Bill_Hancoc

31-05-2006, 22:44

you can also choose not to overwrite your current version of office incase 07 fails in a wild brush fire of sorts

Pat McCarthy

31-05-2006, 22:47

Thanks guys, I'll probably install it now that I know I can keep my Office XP. :cool: