Office 2013 Is a Big Improvement, but Needs Polish

Office for Windows 8

The first version of Microsoft Office for Windows 8 -- Office 365 Home Premium -- is finally available. Priced at $99.95 for an annual subscription, in integrates cloud connectivity, touch and social networks into the Office experience. The apps run in the desktop environment in Windows 8.

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It's been a long wait, but the first version of Microsoft Office designed for Windows 8 is here. Office 365 Home Premium (a.k.a. Office 2013) -- the real thing, not the preview -- is now available for download. And it brings the software suite into the world of touch, the cloud and collaboration via social networks. It's a needed upgrade, though it still isn't as convenient to use as simpler alternatives, such as Google Drive.

As of today, Microsoft Office 2013 for consumers is available in 162 markets in 21 languages for either a $99.95 yearly subscription. The subscription lets you install Office on up to five devices (PCs, Macs or a mix), comes with 60 Skype minutes per month and 20GB…
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