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Sat, 06 Oct 2007 Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac Preview

It's been three years in the offing, but the Universal version of Microsoft Office for Mac will soon be here. Has it been worth the wait?

Manufacturer: Microsoft
Manufacturer: Microsoft
Pros: Universal binaries to take advantage of speedy Intel processors, text wrapping and flowing in Publishing Layout View, Mac-like user interface
Cons: Some compatibility issues may not be fixed in time for the launch, additional clutter at the top of the screen
Min specs: A Mac computer with an Intel, PowerPC G5, or PowerPC G4 (500 MHz or faster) processor; Mac OS X version 10.4.9 or later; 512MB of RAM or more; 1.5GB of available hard disk space; HFS+ hard disk format (also known as Mac OS Extended or HFS Plus); DVD drive or connection to a local area network (if installing over a network); 1024x768 or higher resolution-monitor; Entourage and certain features require internet access (fees may apply). For Office 2008 for Mac and Office 2008 for Mac Special Media Editions: Connectivity to Microsoft Exchange Server 2000 or later is required for certain advanced functionality in Entourage 2008
Price:
- £99.95 (Student edition)
- £349.95 (Standard)
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Set to launch by the end of the year, Microsoft Office 2008 will be a must-have for anyone with an Intel-powered Mac. It promises speed increases as well as enhancements that will make users even more productive. Microsoft says it has focused on making existing tools more discoverable in this version of the suite and any user interface tweaks that have bought hidden features to the surface seem set to be a bonus. However, if some of the tools bought to the surface don’t interest you, then the screen may feel over cluttered. Compatibility issues with earlier versions of the suite may also cause a few headaches, although Microsoft claims that it will provide the necessary updates soon after launch.

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