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What Version Of Office Do I Need?

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What Version of Office Is Best For Your Needs?

Microsoft Office is an essential tool for individuals, students, and professionals. What most people often don’t realize, however, is that Microsoft Office Suite comes in many different version types that suit different needs, usages, and budgets. The good news is that since there are so many different versions and editions of Microsoft Office Suite to choose from, you can get the exact version you need.

Although this list does not include details about different Microsoft Office license types, it does outline the primary differences between the different version types, and the different editions within each version. As each new version is released, the editions change and are renamed but may still include the same applications and the equivalent edition before it.

Taking some time to understand different Microsoft Office versions and editions is important to find the exact applications you need. Once you understand the differences between the various types of offerings, you will see the similarities between the various years and versions.

2016 Version

  • Home & Business Edition: Includes Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft OneNote. This edition is great for home and student use with additional note-taking capabilities.
  • Home & Student Edition: Includes Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and OneNote. This edition is limited to home and student use (non-commercial use only)
  • Professional Edition: Includes Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, OneNote, Access, and Publisher. This edition is all-inclusive.

2013 Version

  • Home & Business Edition: Includes Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft OneNote. This edition is great for home and student use with an additional note capabilities.
  • Home & Student Edition: Includes Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and OneNote. This edition is best for home and student use.
  • Professional Edition: Includes Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, OneNote, Access, and Publisher. This edition is all-inclusive.

2011 Version

  • Home & Business Edition: Includes Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint, and Microsoft Outlook. This edition is best for home and business use.
  • Mac Home & Student Edition: For Mac OS – Includes Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and OneNote. This edition is best for home and student use.

2010 Version

  • Home and Business Edition: Includes Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft OneNote. This edition is best for home and student use.
  • Home and Student Edition: Includes Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and OneNote. This edition is great for home and student use with an additional note capabilities.
  • Professional Edition: Includes Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, OneNote, Access, and Publisher. This edition is all-inclusive.

2007 Version

  • Basic Edition: Includes Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Outlook. This edition is best for home users who do not need it for professional reasons, and who need basic email capabilities.
  • Home and Student Edition: Includes Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and OneNote. This is an essentials-tyle package without email capabilities.
  • Professional Plus Edition: Includes Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, Access, and Publisher. This edition is almost all-inclusive and comes with everything except OneNote.
  • Small Business Edition: Includes Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, and Publisher. This edition is best for small business commercial use.
  • Standard Edition: Includes Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook. This edition is best for home and student use.
  • Ultimate Edition: Includes Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, OneNote, Access, and Publisher. This edition is all-inclusive.

As each version changes the names and configurations of the available editions, it’s important to stay up to date on which editions are equivalent to previous ones, what applications come with each edition, and which one is right for you. It’s also important to note that some editions within the same version that might seem very similar might be differentiated only by their license restrictions – so further research about the associated license types is necessary. Also remember that older versions didn’t have certain applications, like OneNote, but were considered all-inclusive the year it was released. This is important to note if you think you may need all the latest applications available.

Before you purchase an Office Suite, be sure to review this list of version types and edition types. For more information on Microsoft features & licensing – contact our licensing help desk at 1-877-292-7712. Royal Discount is your trusted store to buy software online since 2005.