The benefits of MS Office as a service

Updates are automatic in Office as a service, so users always have the latest versions of the tools they rely on. Image courtesy of Optical Exposure www.opticalexposure.co.za

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Microsoft Office Home Premium 365 is now available as a subscription service, providing users with even more ways to stay connected and productive, no matter where or when they are working.

With Office as a subscription, users will always have the latest versions of their applications, such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel, as well as anytime, anywhere access to their documents.

Many Office 365 plans include the latest desktop version of Office in addition to Web-based access to Office applications and many other cloud services. There are also Office 365 plans that work with earlier versions of Office, so users can take advantage of rich Office 365 cloud services such as business-class e-mail, HD video conferencing and file sharing.

Updates are automatic in Office as a service, so users can count on always having the latest versions of the tools they rely on, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Publisher, Access and Lync.

Office as a subscription installs quickly across all devices, and users do not need to uninstall older versions.

All files are automatically saved online, even those on users' PCs, making it easy to access, edit and share the latest versions on the go.

Office can be installed on up to five PCs, Macs or tablets, while the installation can be easily transferred to new devices when needed.

Office applications are accessible from multiple devices, giving users the freedom and flexibility to work from anywhere.

When users are away from their own PCs, they can stream Office to any Internet-connected PC in seconds with Office on Demand.

Applications, documents and even personalised settings roam with the user. Users just need to sign into their accounts for instant access and to get to work.

The fast and fluid interface puts users' most important documents and applications right up front.

Users can capture ideas in multiple ways - using touch, a mouse, keyboard or pen.

Click here to purchase a yearly or monthly subscription to Office Home Premium 365. Users also have the option to buy individual products, such as Word or Excel. Those interested in Office for business can click here to see what packages are available.

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