Microsoft to end support for Office 2021 this year
Microsoft's decision to end support for Office 2021 is prompting users to consider their next steps.
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The brief
Coverage from MSN, Windows Latest, TheStreet.com, XDA, and Mashable emphasizes the transition to Microsoft 365. Users of Office 2019 for Mac will also lose access, with Microsoft 365 presented as the sole alternative.
TheStreet.com highlights the impact on Apple Mac users, while Windows Latest and XDA discuss strategies for users to adapt. Watch for user reactions and potential alternatives to Microsoft 365.
Coverage does not yet specify the availability of other options.
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Quick answers
When will Microsoft end support for Office 2021?
Microsoft will end support for Office 2021 in October 2026.
What is the alternative to Office 2021?
Microsoft 365 is presented as the alternative to Office 2021.
Which users are affected by this change?
Users of Office 2021 and Office 2019 for Mac are affected by this change.
Coverage (6)
- Microsoft confirms October 13 end of support for Office 2021 with no extensions offered Technobezz · 7h ago
- Microsoft is killing Office 2019 for Mac, and your only way out is to pay up MSN · 7h ago
- Microsoft is killing Office 2021 in October to push you onto Microsoft 365, how to fight back Windows Latest · 7h ago
- Millions of Apple Mac users losing access to Microsoft Office thestreet.com · 7h ago
- Microsoft is killing Office 2021 in 2026, and it's pushing hard for 365 XDA · 7h ago
- Microsoft to end support for Office 2021 this year Mashable · 7h ago
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