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Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac

Microsoft plans to release Office for Mac 2008 on January 15, making this the first update in about four years. We've tested beta versions of the new applications over the last month without running into glitches.

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Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac (Special Media Edition)

Office 2008 for Mac may be the best pick for business users, but most people can get by with less expensive alternatives.

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OpenOffice 2

OpenOffice 2, the freeware version of Sun Microsystems StarOffice 8, is a great deal for home and small-businesses users who don't mind browsing online forums for tech support.

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Microsoft Live Meeting

This much-anticipated update to Live Meeting faces stiff competition from WebEx and GoToMeeting.

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ThinkFree Office 3

ThinkFree Office 3 is a low-cost alternative to Microsoft Office that lacks advanced tools but offers a free online component that's a handy work in progress for frequent travellers.

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Microsoft's rocky road to Mac Office 97

According to court documents, the founder of Microsoft's Macintosh Business Unit fought a hard battle to keep Mac Office 97 alive.

Microsoft delays Office 2008 for Mac

Microsoft has pushed back the release of Office 2008 for Mac, from the second half of this year to next January because it wasn't satisifed with the product.

Microsoft delays Office converters for Mac

As it tries to finish the next version of Office for the Mac, Microsoft has delayed efforts to enable current users of the productivity software to work with the new file formats used in the latest Windows version of the desktop software.

Microsoft starts testing Office 2008 for Mac

Microsoft has started private testing of the next version of Office for the Macintosh, which is due out in the second half of the year.

Mac Office sales soar on Apple's gains

Microsoft's Mac unit is set to announce the new version of Office, which is selling three times as many copies as its predecessor.

How to share files between Office and iWork

Sharing between these two office suites is possible but clunky. Follow our guide to make sharing between Apple iWork and Microsoft Office easier.

DIY: Desktop buying guide

What you need to know -- from finding the type of PC that fits your lifestyle to catching up on all of the latest trends.

Google hacks

Think you know how to use a search engine? These three handy tips will help you get even more out of your Googling experience.

The best ways to back up your data

Backing up your hard drive is something you should do regularly, but because of forgetfulness, the unpleasantness, or just plain laziness, you put it off. Before you know it, the drive takes a dive, and all your files are gone for good.

How to build a wireless network

CNET.com.au's step-by-step guide to using a wireless router to share an Internet connection and build a wireless network at home.

Microsoft and Google give away office space

Microsoft and Google are offering free online packages to put your company's touch on its communications and to help build basic Web sites.

See and speak: a guide to making video calls

Would you like to see who you're talking to? Making video calls is easier than you think. CNET.com.au steps you through the options.

Should I choose Palm or Windows Mobile?

There may be many more Windows Mobile devices than Palm OS ones these days, but there's still a choice to be made between the two when shopping for a new handheld.

Updated: Supercharge your iPod

The iPod is the top portable music player, but as you'll see, it can be a whole lot more.

Palm versus Pocket PC: Which is better?

Palm is the reigning champ of PDA OSs, but Windows Mobile 2003 is gaining ground fast. Which PDA operating system packs the biggest punch?

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Microsoft AutoUpdate for Office 2004 for Mac

Improve the security and stability of Office v. X.

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Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac 11.2.5 Update - English

Synchronize and move items between MS Entourage X and your Palm handheld.

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Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac 11.2.1 Update

Improve the stability and security of Office 2004.

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Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac Service Pack 2 (11.2.0)

Update mailboxes on servers running MS Exchange Server.

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