Features:

• One-time purchase for 1 PC or Mac

• Classic 2021 versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Microsoft support included for first 60 days at no extra cost

• Compatible with Windows 11, Windows 10, or macOS*

• Works with Microsoft Teams

Overview:
 

Key benefits

• The essentials to get it all done. Office Home and Business 2021 is for families and small businesses who want classic Office apps and email.

• It includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook for Windows 11 and Windows 10. A one-time purchase installed on one PC or Mac for use at home or work.

Requirements

• Processor: Windows 11 or Windows 10 with 1.6 GHz, 2-core processor/recent macOS
• Operating system: Windows 11 or Windows 10 for PC; Mac OS for Mac
• Memory: 4 GB (64-bit), 2 GB (32-bit) RAM for PC; 4 GB RAM for Mac
• Hard disk space: 4 GB available disk space for PC; 10 GB for Mac
• Display: 1024 × 768 resolution for PC; 1280 × 800 for Mac
• Graphics: DirectX 10 graphics card for graphics hardware acceleration for PC
• Additional system requirements: Internet access
• Microsoft account: See https://aka.ms/systemrequirements for the full list of system requirements

Top Questions:
 

What’s the difference between Microsoft 365 and Office 2021?

• Microsoft 365 is a subscription that comes with premium apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook, Publisher and Access (Publisher and Access available on PC only). The apps can be installed on multiple devices, including PCs, Macs, iPads, iPhones, Android tablets and Android phones. Microsoft 365 also comes with services like 1 TB of OneDrive storage, 60 Skype minutes per month and Microsoft chat and phone support. With a subscription, you get the latest versions of the apps and automatically receive updates when they happen.

• Office 2021 is a one-time purchase that comes with classic apps like Word, Excel and PowerPoint for PC or Mac, and does not include any of the services that come with a Microsoft 365 subscription. One-time purchases don’t have an upgrade option, which means if you plan to upgrade to the next major release, you’ll have to buy it at full price.

• Learn more about the differences between Microsoft 365 and Office 2021 in Office Support, or use the comparison chart to help you pick the right Office version for your needs.

How do I know if my computer, mobile device or browser can run Office?

• To see if your computer, mobile device and/or browser can run Office, please visit the Office system requirements page.

Do I need internet access to run Office?

• Internet access is required to install and activate Office, but not to use Office apps such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint once you have these fully installed on your computer.

How do I download, install, reinstall, activate or update Office?

• Once you have purchased Office, you can install it from the Services & subscriptions section of your Microsoft Account page.

• Go to Office Support for more steps to download, install, reinstall, activate or update Office.

Are there tutorials on how to use the Office apps and services?

• Yes, the Microsoft 365 Training Centre has quick-start guides, cheat sheets, tips and tricks and training courses on how you can make the best use of Office.

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