How to Get Word and Excel for Free: The Secret Deal from Microsoft

✨Microsoft offered a free version of Word and Excel, called Office 2010 Starter, but it is no longer available.

💻Office 2010 Starter was only available on OEM computers, but it can be installed on any Windows computer.

🕒Office 2010 lost support in October 2020, and no security updates will be released for it.

🔒Although Office 2010 Starter runs in a virtual machine, it may still pose security vulnerabilities.

🚀Installing Office 2010 Starter allows you to use Word and Excel for free, but be aware of its limitations and security risks.

Is Office 2010 Starter still available for download?

—No, Microsoft discontinued Office 2010 Starter, but there is a way to install it on any Windows computer.

Can I use Office 2010 Starter on Windows 10 or 11?

—Yes, you can install Office 2010 Starter on any Windows computer, including Windows 10 and 11.

Is Office 2010 Starter secure to use?

—While Office 2010 Starter runs in a virtual machine and offers some level of security, it has not received any security updates since 2012 and may pose security vulnerabilities.

What are the limitations of Office 2010 Starter?

—Office 2010 Starter has some limitations, such as limited functionality in Excel and the presence of advertisements.

Can I upgrade Office 2010 Starter to a full version of Office?

—Yes, you have the option to purchase a full version of Office if you want additional features and functionality.

01:50In 2010, Microsoft offered a free version of Word and Excel called Office 2010 Starter.

02:52Office 2010 Starter was only available on OEM computers, but there is a way to install it on any Windows computer.

09:06After installing Office 2010 Starter, you need to run Windows Update to ensure you have the latest updates.

10:00It's important to note that Office 2010 Starter lost support in 2020 and may pose security vulnerabilities.