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Microsoft's PC Manager, a utility designed to optimize Windows performance, has recently come under scrutiny for incorporating advertisements promoting Microsoft 365. This development has sparked discussions about the increasing presence of ads within Windows 11 applications. PC Manager...

In a move that could redefine how everyday users access productivity software, Microsoft is currently testing a free, ad-supported version of its popular Office desktop apps – including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel – for Windows. This experiment aims to strike a balance between affordability and...

In a surprising twist to its long-established Office lineup, Microsoft has begun testing a free version of its flagship desktop apps—Word, Excel, and PowerPoint—that is supported entirely by advertisements. This experimental initiative marks the first time Windows users might see a full-fledged...

In a move that signals both experimentation and a fresh business twist, Microsoft has quietly begun testing a free, ad-supported version of its classic Office desktop apps on Windows. As reported by MSPoweruser, the new iteration of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint comes free to use—but not without...

Microsoft's Free Ad-Supported Office Apps: A Game-Changer or a Distraction? Microsoft’s reputation as the powerhouse behind productivity software is well established. But now, whispers are growing louder in the Windows community that the tech titan is testing a free desktop version of its...

In a surprising twist that could reshape how many of us think about productivity, Microsoft has quietly launched an ad-supported version of its desktop Office suite for Windows. This new offering—covering familiar apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint—comes without the monthly subscription fee...

Microsoft has long been synonymous with productivity, and for decades, its Office suite was available only through subscriptions or one-time purchases. Now, in a twist that seems almost too good to be true, the tech giant has unveiled a free, ad-supported version of its core Office apps for...

Microsoft Tests Ad-Supported Office Apps for Windows Microsoft is once again testing the limits of its productivity software by introducing ad-supported versions of its classic Office apps for Windows. While the familiar suite of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint remains indispensable for millions...

In a bold new move aimed at expanding its free software offerings, Microsoft has quietly introduced ad-supported versions of its classic Office desktop apps for Windows users. This initiative—first reported by BleepingComputer—delivers a free-to-use, yet ad-infused, experience for Word, Excel...

Microsoft Unveils Free Ad-Supported Office on Windows Microsoft is experimenting with a new strategy by offering its flagship Office apps at no cost on Windows—albeit with ads and a few notable limitations. Initially reported by Neowin, this move follows a recent price increase for Microsoft...