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Older version of MICROSOFT WORD TRIAL version (2007,2003,2002,2000)

Anonymous
2012-08-09T00:46:01+00:00

Is there any way I can dowload an older version of Microsoft Word? I am trying to work on a program for school that requires Microsoft Word, however it willl only accept Microsoft Word 2007 or older. I have downloaded the trial version of Microsoft Office 2010 but it will not accept it.

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  1. Anonymous
    2012-08-09T10:11:52+00:00

    Here are some other places to look for Office 2007:

    I Need Installation files/CD for 2007 version of Office, What Can I Do?

    ·         Once you get the installation file, make sure you burn a copy for yourself before returning the disk if it is borrowed.

    1. Try to find a local "PC Computer Club". There is almost certainly a geek or three with disks you could buy.
    2. Find a small local computer store or repair business. They often have old versions of software because they are still supporting customers using them.
    3. At the small repair business they may have old computers that customers had upgraded from that include OEM Office that you could now use
    4. Try websites like Kijiji or Craig’s List to see if you can borrow or buy it
    5. http://support.microsoft.com/kb/326246/
    6. http://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/en-us/office2007deploymentcompatibility/thread/518911ba-b906-494d-9bce-3d8cdbdb6d84 
    • this page has a link to Office 2007 Enterprise installation file

    Please let us know what worked.

    As well, if your need is really great, you could look into getting a MSDN subscription. It gives you access to older versions of MS Apps.

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  1. Doug Robbins - MVP - Office Apps and Services 322.9K Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
    2012-08-09T06:28:11+00:00

    Is there any way I can dowload an older version of Microsoft Word? I am trying to work on a program for school that requires Microsoft Word, however it willl only accept Microsoft Word 2007 or older. I have downloaded the trial version of Microsoft Office 2010 but it will not accept it.

    There is really little difference between Word 2007 and 2010 so I find it hard to understand why the program would not accept Word 2007 unless you are not talking about a software program and instead it is a stipulation made by a human being.

    If you really need an earlier version, you best bet might be to try e-Bay but do take the trouble to ensure that you are getting a genuine retail version of the software.

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