Mid last year Deakin University upgraded to the latest version of the Microsoft Office suite of applications- MS Office Suite 2007 for PC users, and Office 2008 for Mac users. As with all deployments of new applications, you will notice some differences when using your workstation. But don’t worry, there are lots of training and support resources available to help you transition to using these new versions. This website can help you to find them.

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In mid-January ITSD will announce a new deal which will allow staff to install Microsoft Office 2007 on their home computers, for a fraction of retail price. Keep checking the software website for updates.

Got a question about what is happening and how it will impact you?

Try reading the Frequently Asked Questions.

Are you ready to learn more about MS Office 2007 or MS Office 2008?

There are lots of training and help resources available to help guide you. This website will help you find them. If you would like to know more, try Training Resources.

If you have any difficulties when first using MS Office 2007 or MS Office 2008, there are lots of resources available to help you!

Use the interactive guides to find where your Office 2002 commands are located in Office 2007.
Microsoft Interactive Guides

Try the Getting Help and Troubleshooting sections of this website to help you solve some of the most common problems.

Read our Quick Start guides for more helpful information:
Office 2007 Quick Start Guide (313 Kb)
Office 2008 Quick Start Guide (232 Kb)