Office 2024 Professional
Office 2024 Professional
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Microsoft

Key Details of
Office 2024 Professional

Microsoft Office 2024 Professional – Key Details

  1. Release Date & Availability
  • Expected Launch: Late 2024 (Microsoft has not confirmed an exact date yet).
  • Availability: One-time purchase (perpetual license) for Windows and macOS.
  • No Subscription Required – Unlike Microsoft 365, this is a standalone product.
  1. Pricing (Estimated)
  • Office 2024 Professional: ~$439 (USD) – Includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, Publisher, and OneNote.
  • Office 2024 Home & Business: ~$249 (USD) – Includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook (no Access or Publisher).
    (Note: Official pricing may vary at launch.)
  1. System Requirements
  • Windows: Windows 11 or Windows 10 (latest updates recommended).
  • macOS: Likely requires macOS 12 (Monterey) or later.
  • RAM: 4GB minimum (8GB+ recommended for best performance).
  • Storage: At least 4GB of free disk space.
  1. New & Improved Features
  2. AI & Productivity Enhancements
  • Deeper Copilot integration (AI-assisted writing, formula suggestions in Excel).
  • Smart Templates in Word & PowerPoint for faster document creation.
  1. Collaboration & Cloud Features
  • Real-time co-authoring improvements (fewer sync conflicts).
  • Better OneDrive & SharePoint integration (even for perpetual license users).
  • Security Upgrades
  • Enhanced encryption for sensitive documents.
  • Outlook phishing & malware protection.
  • Compliance tools for businesses (GDPR, HIPAA support).
  1. Performance & Interface
  • Faster startup & smoother performance (especially for large files).
  • Modernized UI with adjustable ribbon and improved Dark Mode.
  1. Who Should Buy It?
  • Best for:
  • Users who don’t want a subscription (prefer one-time purchase).
  • Businesses needing offline access & long-term stability.
  • Professionals who rely on Access, Publisher, or advanced Excel features.
  • Not for:
  • Users who want continuous updates (Microsoft 365 is better for that).
  • Those who need cloud-exclusive features (like AI-powered Designer in PowerPoint).

ISO/ROM /Pre-purchase Link / File Download

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Developer Description

  1. Development & Release Model
  • Perpetual License Product (not part of Microsoft’s “Modern Lifecycle Policy”)
  • Follows Microsoft’s traditional 5-year mainstream support + 5-year extended support model
  • Last perpetual-license version before expected shift to cloud-only offerings
  1. Deployment Options
  • MSI-based installer (for enterprise deployment)
  • Click-to-Run (C2R) installation option available
  • Supports:
    • Windows Installer (MSI) deployments
    • Group Policy deployments
    • Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM/SCCM)
    • Intune deployment (limited functionality compared to Microsoft 365)
  1. API & Extensibility
  • VBA Support: Full backward compatibility with existing VBA macros
  • COM Add-ins: Continued support for COM-based add-ins
  • Office JS API: Limited implementation compared to Microsoft 365
  • Ribbon Customization: XML-based ribbon customization supported
  • New: Enhanced PowerShell deployment cmdlets
  1. Compatibility & Interoperability
  • File Formats: Supports all modern Office formats (.docx, .xlsx, etc.)
  • Backward Compatibility: Can open files from Office 2010 and newer
  • Cloud Integration: Basic OneDrive/SharePoint connectivity (no real-time co-authoring)
  • Macros & Security: Stricter macro security defaults (aligns with Microsoft 365)
  1. Enterprise Features
  • Volume Licensing: Available through:
    • Open License
    • Select/Enterprise Agreements
    • Microsoft Products and Services Agreement (MPSA)
  • Activation: Supports KMS/MAK activation for enterprises
  • Customization: Administrative Templates (ADMX) for Group Policy management
  • Telemetry: Basic usage data collection (configurable via policy)
  1. Developer Considerations
  • No Access to Microsoft 365-exclusive APIs
  • Limited AI Development Capabilities (compared to Microsoft 365 Copilot extensibility)
  • No Guaranteed Feature Updates (security updates only after initial release)
  • PowerShell Module: OfficeDeployment module updated for 2024 deployment
  1. Lifecycle & Support
  • Mainstream Support: Expected until 2029
  • Extended Support: Until 2034 (security fixes only)
  • Servicing Model: Quarterly security updates (no feature updates)
  1. System Requirements for Development
  • SDK Availability: Separate download from Microsoft
  • Debugging Tools: Visual Studio 2022 support
  • Testing Requirements: Windows 11 22H2+ recommended for full compatibility
  • Virtualization: Officially supported in Azure Virtual Desktop/WVD environments

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