Do I have to buy Microsoft Word for every computer?

Microsoft makes a free version of Microsoft Word available for anyone to use on the web. You have to register a Microsoft account, but that's free too. As the app works entirely inside a web browser, you can access it from any computer, and your files are always synced and saved in the cloud.
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Do all Microsoft computers come with Word?

Although most laptops now come with Windows 10 installed, not all of them have Microsoft Office software applications installed.
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Can I use my Microsoft Office license on multiple computers?

With Microsoft 365, you can install Office on all your devices and sign in to Office on five devices at the same time. This includes any combination of PCs, Macs, tablets, and phones.
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Can I get Word for free on my computer?

The good news is if you don't need the full suite of Microsoft 365 tools, you can access a number of its apps online for free, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive, Outlook, Calendar, My Content, Skype, Designer and Clipchamp. Here's how to get them: 1. Go to Microsoft365.com.
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Do I need a separate Microsoft account for each computer?

Yes, you can use the same Microsoft account on both PCs.
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Can I share my Microsoft Word account?

To add someone to your Microsoft family, go to your Microsoft account, family page, scroll down, and select Add a family member. Repeat this for each family member. You can have up to twenty people in your family, although you can only share your Microsoft 365 subscription with five of them.
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Can you have 2 laptops on one Microsoft account?

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if yes., Yes you can add as a user account in two different computer.
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Is Microsoft Word a one-time purchase?

Office 2021 is a one-time purchase that comes with classic apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for PC or Mac, and does not include any of the services that come with a Microsoft 365 subscription.
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Do you have to pay for Microsoft Word every year?

Office 2021 is sold as a one-time purchase, which means you pay a single, up-front cost to get Microsoft 365 apps for one computer. One-time purchases are available for both PCs and Macs.
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What version of Word can I get for free?

Microsoft Word Online and the Microsoft 365 app for mobile are the most common ways to use Word for free. However, there are a few situations that might let you access Word without paying.
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Can I use the same Windows license on 2 computers?

You're allowed to reuse such a key on different computers. (However, you can't use a single license on multiple computers simultaneously.) So if you build a whole new PC, you can move the license over to it with no hassle.
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How many times can a Microsoft Office product key be used?

You can use it as many times as you want to. However there is an important point: Do you have a retail license or an OEM license? If it's a retail license you can move it from computer to computer as many times as you want to, as long as you don't have it installed on two computers at once.
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How do I add a second computer to my Microsoft account?

On an Xbox or Windows device: Sign in to your Microsoft account. On your Windows PC: Sign in to the Microsoft Store. On any device with a browser: Go to account.microsoft.com/devices, select Register device, then follow the instructions.
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Is Microsoft Word free with a new laptop?

In most of the PCs or Laptops Office comes as pre-installed with One Month trial. After trial period you need to purchase office subscription as per your need ( Home , Business , Education .. etc) In case of additional questions, reach out back to us, and we will be happy to help and try our best to resolve your issue.
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Why don t computers come with Microsoft Office anymore?

If Microsoft office were included with the purchase of the computer, the company selling the system at today's low prices would actually lose money… and that's not very good business. Computers do however come with a TRIAL version of Microsoft office that you can use for a brief time before it disables itself.
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Do laptops come loaded with Microsoft Office?

Your new laptop includes Microsoft Office 365 Personal pre-installed. Your 1-year subscription includes a host of benefits: Office 365 Personal can also be installed on one tablet and one smartphone, allowing you to sync your files across all your devices.
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How much does Word cost annually?

The Microsoft 365 collection typically costs between $70 and $100 every year for subscription access across devices and family members. Microsoft also released a new stand-alone version of Microsoft Office for Windows and Mac, called Office Home and Student 2021, for a flat $150 -- no subscription required.
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How much does Word cost per month?

Office Online Is Free

Nowadays, Microsoft wants you to subscribe to Microsoft 365. This is more affordable at $7 or so per month, but the subscription still adds up over time. With Office Online, you gain access to online versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Teams, and Outlook at no cost.
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Can I still use Microsoft Word after subscription expires?

You'll still be able to open and print your documents but you won't be able to edit them or to create new ones. Tip: In the meantime, you can use Office Online for free in your web browser. Go Office.com to access the free version.
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Why do I have to buy Microsoft Word again?

If you bought it factory installed AND activated, then you have an OEM license and you do not have the right to transfer it to a new machine. If you bought it as an online download probably have a license that does not allow you to transfer to new devices. Simplest thing is find the product key.
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Can I buy Microsoft Office for lifetime?

With a lifetime license, you'll keep the 2021 version of Microsoft Office rather than getting the latest software updates as they're released like you would with Microsoft 365. For most users, the savings will be well worth it. This deal expires on February 1, 2023, so act fast to sign up and save for life.
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Can I have 2 Microsoft accounts with the same email address?

If you see a screen asking, "Which account do you want to use?" when you sign in, it means that you may have two accounts with Microsoft using the same email address.
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Can I use the same email address on two different computers?

Yes you can use Outlook on multiple computers with a single email account. If you configure a POP type email account then you need to ensure that you check the option leave a copy of the email on the server on all the computers so that the emails will be saved on the server.
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Do I need a Microsoft account to set up my new laptop?

By default, you must have (or create) a Microsoft account in order to install Windows 11 Home (and versions of Pro that are build 22H2 and up). Though Microsoft accounts are free, there are many reasons why you would want to install Windows 11 without one.
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Can I share Microsoft Word from one computer to another?

You simply need to deactivate your Office 365 subscription from your first computer, install it on your new system, and activate the subscription there. Here is a stepwise solution on how to transfer Microsoft Office to another computer via Office 365 subscription.
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