9 of 16 customers found the following review helpful:
 You will be assimilated, 2001-06-18
Is everyone really going to keep throwing money at Microsoft everytime they come out with a new version of office. Can't everyone see that this just a ploy to bring in more revenue every year. I say keep your currenct version or get staroffice for free.
39 of 42 customers found the following review helpful:
 Why bother?, 2001-06-10
So I decided to get the latest version of Office and here's what I found:-I get too few improvements to justify the outrageous price. Everything works about the same, and there's no single improvement that will make you much more productive or convince you that your money was well-spent. -I have to ask for Microsoft's permission to install the software, move it to another computer when I upgrade, or reinstall the software if I have to reformat the hard drive. (And since I made the mistake of buying a computer with Windows ME, that is a real possibility.) -The system requirements seem designed to help MS's buddies over at Intel move a whole bunch of Pentuim 4 systems that would otherwise gather dust in warehouses. Of course, if you have a lot of time on your hands, you can use your existing system and spend that time waiting for apps to load. -The software is still unstable. Sure, I'm less likely to lose data after a crash with this version of the software, but am I the only one who thinks maybe the software shouldn't crash at all? I have thought for a long time that instead of adding dozens of new features with each new release, maybe MS should do a release of Office without new features, but with all of the existing features functional. Don't waste your money on bug-filled software that doesn't make you significantly more productive.
65 of 73 customers found the following review helpful:
Buyer Beware!, 2001-06-09
When I ran OFFICE XP for the first time a message appeared telling me that I could run OFFICE XP only 49 more times without "activating" the software. Activating involves calling Microsoft and getting a code number to type on my PC. I called them and they explained that each time OFFICE XP is installed I will have to call for a new and different code number. If I replace my old PC and want to install OFFICE XP on my new one, I have to call for a code number. If I want to install it on my notebook as well as my desktop PC, I need 2 code numbers. And 2 code numbers is the limit! After requesting 2 activation codes for the same OFFICE XP CD, you are directed to speak with someone at Microsoft who will hear your case and decide if you have a valid reason for requesting a third code! Also note that OFFICE XP looks at your hardware each time you boot. If it detects a major change (new hard drive, new video board, etc...) it will disable itself and require you to call Microsoft for a new activation code. And remember, you only get two codes before you have to explain yourself. I worry that Microsoft will stop giving these codes out in three or four years telling their customers instead that OFFICE XP is no longer supported and that they should upgrade to OFFICE 2XXX if they want to continue using the product. I sent mine back to Microsoft for the 30 day money-back guarantee.
39 of 53 customers found the following review helpful:
 Office XP is worth the upgrade, for some people., 2001-04-04
I have been using the new Office XP corporate preview beta for about 3 weeks now, and I love it. The funcionality of the programs is greatly improved. Many of the quirks that 2000 had have been removed. That annoying little paperclip doesn't appear unless you want him to. The Outlook 2002 is great. It now allows you to check and manage your Hotmail accounts in Outlook. The best feature about the new Office version is it's web publishing strength. If you use Office for web based business this is the way to go. If it is just for home use, stick with '97, 2000, or even Works. The only complaints that I have had is Microsoft's support of the preview version. Although you were supposed to be able to use it until 8/31/01 they have removed all of their support websites, and you can't activate any new installations any longer.
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