Is Microsoft Works still used?

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In late 2009, Microsoft announced it was discontinuing Works and replacing it with Office 2010 Starter Edition, although it replaced only the word processor and spreadsheet components but not the calendar or the database.

Do people still use Microsoft Works?

No, Microsoft Works has been discontinued and development was stopped in 2009 – but you can still use it on your Windows 11/10 PC by installing it in Compatibility Mode. This software supported Windows Vista and earlier versions.

Is Microsoft Works obsolete?

Microsoft Works is a discontinued office suite developed by Microsoft and sold from 1987 to 2009.

What replaced MS Works?

Google / Google Workspace.Apple Office Suite / iWork.Apache Open Office.WPS Office.Dropbox Paper.FreeOffice.LibreOffice.Microsoft 365 Online.

Do you need Microsoft Works?

Microsoft Office Home and Business 2010 does not require the need for Microsoft Works. Microsoft Works is a budget productivity suite which includes a word processor, spreadsheet, calendar and database. Its very limited in its capabilities.

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