Academic Version

[Danymac13]

I was looking to purchase Office Professional when I ran accross a terrific
price on the internet. The only problem is that it states its an "Academic
box". What does this mean?

 

[Tom [Pepper] Willett]

..To acquire the Academic Edition FPP, you must meet certain eligibility
requirements. Most educational institutions, faculty, staff members, and
students qualify.
http://www.microsoft.com/Education/Eligible.mspx


:I was looking to purchase Office Professional when I ran accross a terrific
: price on the internet. The only problem is that it states its an "Academic
: box". What does this mean?

 

[Gordon]

.To acquire the Academic Edition FPP, you must meet certain eligibility
requirements. Most educational institutions, faculty, staff members, and
students qualify.
http://www.microsoft.com/Education/Eligible.mspx

Interestingly in the UK it seems that you can use the Academic licence for
not-for-profit organisations - ie charities...