Description
Microsoft Office 2024 Home and Business is a one-time purchase suite designed for households and small businesses seeking essential productivity tools without a subscription. It combines classic Office applications with modern enhancements, enabling seamless document creation, collaboration, and financial management.
Requirement:
| PC | MAC | ||
| Required Processor | 1.1 GHz or faster dual-core processor | Required Processor | Intel or Apple Silicon (supported by the three most recent versions of macOS) |
| Recommended Memory | 4 GB RAM | Recommended Memory | 4 GB RAM |
| Required Hard Disk Space | 4 GB free space | Required Hard Disk Space | 10 GB of available disk space |
| Required Display | 1280 x 768 screen resolution (64-bit Office for Windows required for 4K and higher) | Required Display | 1280 x 768 screen resolution |
| Required Graphics Card | Direct3D 9.1 or higher, with a WDDM 1.3 or higher driver | Required Graphics Card | No graphics requirements |
| Required Connectivity | Internet access (fees may apply) | Required Connectivity | Internet access (fees may apply) |
| Browser | Current version of Microsoft Edge, Safari, Chrome, or Firefox | Operating System | the three most recent versions of macOS (When a new version of macOS is released, the requirement becomes the newest and previous two macOS versions.) |
| Operating System | Windows 10 and 11 (for ARM-based devices only Windows 11) | Browser | Current version of Microsoft Edge, Safari, Chrome, or Firefox |
| NET version | Some features may require .NET 3.5 or 4.6 and higher to be installed | NET version | not applicable |
| Other | Microsoft Account | Other | Microsoft Account |
Core Applications & Features
Word 2024
- AI-Powered Writing Tools: Enhanced Editor with advanced grammar, style, and clarity suggestions.
- Templates & Design Ideas: Professionally designed templates for resumes, reports, and newsletters.
- Offline Access: Full functionality without requiring an internet connection.
Excel 2024
- Dynamic Arrays & XLOOKUP: Streamline complex calculations and data analysis.
- New Chart Types: Visualize trends with interactive charts and pivot tables.
- Data Security: Protect sensitive spreadsheets with password encryption.
Outlook 2024
- Focused Inbox: AI-driven email sorting to prioritize important messages.
- Calendar Integration: Sync meetings with Teams or Google Calendar.
- Offline Email Access: Manage emails and schedules without connectivity.
PowerPoint 2024
- Presenter Coach: AI feedback on pacing, filler words, and slide clarity.
- 3D Models & Animations: Create engaging presentations with drag-and-drop visuals.
OneNote 2024 (Optional Add-On)
Cross-Device Sync: Handwritten notes, sketches, and audio recordings accessible on all devices.
Key Advantages Over Subscriptions
- One-Time Purchase: No recurring fees—ideal for users preferring permanent ownership.
- Business Essentials: Includes Outlook for professional email and calendar management.
- Compatibility: Files work seamlessly with Microsoft 365 (subscription) and older Office versions.
Target Audience
- Home Users: Families managing personal budgets, school projects, or creative tasks.
- Small Businesses: Freelancers, startups, and SMBs needing offline access to critical tools.
- Offline-First Workflows: Users in areas with unreliable internet connectivity.
Security & Updates
- 5 Years of Support: Includes security patches and bug fixes until 2029 (typical Microsoft lifecycle).
- Local Data Storage: All files remain on your device unless uploaded to cloud services like OneDrive.
System Requirements
- OS: Windows 11/10 or macOS Monterey (12.0) and later.
- Hardware: 1.6 GHz processor, 4GB RAM, 10GB storage.
Licensing & Pricing
- 1 User/1 Device: Install on one computer (Windows or Mac).
- Purchase Options: Available via Microsoft Store, retailers, or authorized resellers.
Why Choose Office 2024 Home and Business?
For users prioritizing affordability, offline reliability, and essential productivity tools, Office 2024 Home and Business offers a cost-effective alternative to subscription-based Microsoft 365. Its blend of classic functionality and AI-driven enhancements ensures you stay productive without ongoing costs.
Features:
New design
Enjoy a visual refresh that enhances the user experience on both Windows 11 and Windows 10. The new design features a customisable interface and a more natural and consistent experience, within and across all applications.
Easier collaboration with Modern Comments
The modern comment experience in Word and PowerPoint allows for richer collaboration and a coherent commenting experience across the Office suite. Use comments for presentation feedback, easily identify new replies with the blue dot, delete resolved comments with one click, and show support with a Like reaction.
Support for OpenDocument Format (ODF) 1.4
The support for OpenDocument format 1.4 brings multiple enhancements to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Improved search and meeting options
Search your emails, calendar and contacts, and find effortlessly what you need. Enjoy more options when you create and manage meetings.
New Excel functions and faster workbooks
Take advantage of all the novelties in Excel 2024, like Dynamic charts with dynamic arrays, more than 15 new functions, and improved speed of workbooks.
Improved performance
Increase your productivity with Office 2024’s enhanced performance and improved stability and speed, across all applications.
Enhanced built-in security
Data protection is improved over earlier Office versions. Privacy controls ensure information remains safe and compliant with industry standards.
