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Title: Microsoft eyes Office switch test
Post by: Clive on November 20, 2006, 22:56

Microsoft has said it will be a challenge to convince some consumers to buy its new version of Office. 

STORY (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/6165124.stm)

Title: Re: Microsoft eyes Office switch test
Post by: sam on November 20, 2006, 23:07

at least they are embracing open source in their file format.

Title: Re: Microsoft eyes Office switch test
Post by: Simon on November 21, 2006, 00:11

Don't they think the price might be a factor?  Office 2003 is still retailing at anywhere between £300 and £400 depending on the version you purchase, or around £200 for an OEM version, so heaven knows what Office 2007 will cost.

Edit: Just found Office 2003 OEM on Ebuyer for just over £110, which is still bloody expensive.

Title: Re: Microsoft eyes Office switch test
Post by: sam on November 21, 2006, 09:14

and open office is how much?? oh wait thats £0... who would pay that much for it? :dunno: