Office 365 for Mac

Office 365 for Mac is a legacy version of the famous productivity suite that is today offered under the name Microsoft 365.

The latest version of the Office 365 popular app offering was available for purchase and use in early 2020, after which all of the consumer subscribers of this service were moved to the modern and updated app releases under the Microsoft 365 subscription.

Today, this comprehensive suite of productivity tools offers users of all ages and technical knowledge levels access to a wide range of applications, including Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, and many others.

It also provides a seamless way to work on the go, collaborate with others, and access files from anywhere with the help of the reliable Azure cloud infrastructure that provides all-suite subscribers access to a secure cloud storage space.

Whether you're a student, professional, or entrepreneur, this productivity suite represents an essential tool for anyone looking to boost productivity and efficiency.

Key Features

• All Office Desktop Apps – Gain access to celebrated productivity apps such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Communicate with Ease – Manage large email lists with Outlook and contact team members, customers, and friends with Microsoft Teams.
• Versatile Web Tools – Access many productivity apps directly in the browser, all optimized for collaboration and document sharing.
• Unified by Cloud – Have a piece of mind that all important files and projects are safely backed up with the help of OneDrive service.
• Large offering of Free Tools – Not all services in this suite require a subscription!
• Extensive support for Businesses – Take full control over internal communication, document management, databases, and much more.
• Flexible Pricing– Pick a tier of service that best fits your needs, available to all holders of a free Microsoft ID account.

Installation and Setup

To install this suite on any modern Mac, users simply need to visit the Microsoft website, select a desired subscription plan, and follow the prompts to purchase and download the software. Once downloaded, users can run the installer and follow the instructions to fully deploy apps on local Mac hardware.

Before installation is complete, users will be prompted to sign in with their Microsoft account and agree to the terms of service.

In addition to subscription plans in individual and family plans, Microsoft is also offering lifetime license options for students and businesses under Office 2021 branding.

How to Use

Once installed, users are free to simply launch the applications they need, such as Word or Excel. The applications will automatically sync loaded files or desired directories with accompanying OneDrive accounts, allowing users a streamlined and reliable way to access their files from anywhere.

Users are also empowered to take advantage of Microsoft Teams to collaborate with others, the Microsoft To-Do app to manage tasks, and to access their productivity apps directly in the browser. These web tools also allow extensive collaboration services, including sending and approving invites, real-time document editing, and sharing.

In addition to premium apps, this suite also provides easy access to a large list of free apps that can support many daily productivity activities. This includes text/audio/video chat client Skype, cloud storage service OneDrive, online video editor Clipchamp, Outlook.com email manager, Microsoft Defender, and Microsoft Family Safety service that supports children monitoring on Windows, Android, iOS, and Xbox consoles.

User Interface

The user interface of this suite from Microsoft is designed to be intuitive and easy to use, with a clean and modern design that makes it easy to navigate and find the all tools and services it offers.

The apps are fully optimized for modern Mac hardware, enabling users of all ages to easily create documents, work seamlessly together, and switch between apps.

FAQ

What is Office 365?
It is a comprehensive suite of productivity tools designed for Mac computers, now offered under the new name Microsoft 365.

Is it safe?
Yes, this is a trusted and secure suite of apps, managed and updated by Microsoft with great attention being placed on user security, data access, and protection against malicious software threats.

Alternatives

Google Workspace - A comprehensive suite of productivity tools from Google.

LibreOffice – A free and open-source office suite alternative with its own word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.

OpenOffice – A fully featured productivity suite for individuals, businesses, and organizations of all sizes and types.

Pricing

All usage tiers are offered under Microsoft 365 branding.

• Microsoft 365 Personal plan: $69.99 per year for 1 user and 5 devices at one time.
• Microsoft 365 Family plan: $99.99 per year for up to 6 users and 5 devices for each of them (30 total).
• Microsoft 365 Business plans: Three separate plans (Basic, Standard, and premium) with prices ranging from $6.00 to $22.00 per user/month.

System Requirements

• OS: Mac OS X version 10.5.8 or later
• CPU: Any Intel or M-series processor
• RAM: 1GB of memory
• Storage: 2.5 GB of free space, HFS+ hard disk format
• Mobile requirements: iPhone 4 or newer, iOS 6+, 3 GB of free space.

PROS

• The world’s most famous productivity suite.
• Highly capable text, table, and presentation editors.
• Deeply integrated with numerous cloud services.
• Large offering of collaborative tools.
• Flexible pricing.

CONS

• Expensive.
• Free alternatives exist.

Conclusion

Office 365 for Mac (now known as Microsoft 365) is a powerful and comprehensive suite of productivity tools that can help users get done more in less time.

Its cloud-based services, extensive collaboration tools, and advanced productivity applications make it an essential tool for anyone looking to boost productivity and efficiency.

Note: 30-day trial version (Signup Required).

Also Available: Download Office 365 for Windows