Usual Microsoft rubbish, 04 Sep 2008
My partner, a teacher, has just started at a new school. After being informed that the school uses Office 2007, she insisted that I purchase a copy for our home PC. As a software engineer with significant experience with Microsoft products, a tried in vain to persuade her that OpenOffice is not only free but also a superior product.

Microsoft Office arrived in the office post about an hour ago. So far, five people (all reasonably intelligent) have tried and failed to open the plastic box containing the software. When I get home, I will explain to my partner that she'll find the new software about as user-friendly as the box it came in.

I've given Office one-star because I've used it before and, as a software engineer with at least 10 years commercial experience, I know how bad it is.

Hesitant before purchase but now very pleased, 02 Sep 2008
Having the need to source new software for new computer and upgrade others I searched the reviews on Amazon but was worried to see some not so very positive comments about the Home and Student edition. However need and positive past experience with MS Office products overcame concerns and I ordered it. The good news is I had nothing to worry about, it loaded perfectly and is running just fine. Powerpoint is there in its entirety.
One very happy customer and good value for money.

Microsoft office 2007, 21 Aug 2008
I purchased this product over amazon last week for £69.99 and now its gone down to £59.99 I can't belive it, so not fair. This office 2007 is ok the only problem I had with it is finding half of the things I need to use, as its all it sections of folders. If your saving documents make sure to save it with the drop down box of microsoft 1997-2003 as then you can open up this document on other ps which do not have office 2007. Overall its a good product.

Appalling, 16 Aug 2008
I've spent the past four months trying to write a book using Word 2007 - It has proved to be one of the most irritating and complicated pieces of software that I've ever had the misfortune to use.



Brilliant so far - an excellent upgrade, 06 Aug 2008
I have just received Office 2007 Home & Student and Outlook 2007 to upgrade from 2003 - and after reading some of the reviews here I was initially a bit wary. Thank goodness I took no notice. It's a vast improvement and I have adapted to the new format almost instantly.

First - I decided to upgrade over 2003 because unless you are committed to a new software upgrade you are tempted to go back to the familiar. Or so I thought. In any case - running both does have some difficulties unless you make some registry changes (so I've read) so I opted for the complete upgrade. Installation went without a hitch and all my data was there in Outlook - safe and sound.

Now to the infamous ribbon - it's easy to learn (I've only had the software a few hours and I'm using it as if I'd had it forever) and I do find it more intuitive. I had to look up how to compare documents (I do a lot of marking for students and so comparing revised assignments is a major task for me) and the new version is heavenly. My styles transferred across - and virtually everything I've needed to do (insert pictures, add a border to an image, use a spreadsheet, send e-mails, etc) has gone without a hitch. In many cases I found I'd done it without even thinking about it.

My concession to the old way of working was to add all my favourites to the Quick Access Toolbar (I didn't realise from the reviews that you can add anything at all to this) so I can still one-click on the things I use a lot - just like in 2003. Frankly I cannot understand why anyone would go back to an earlier version after trying this. And the price is sweet.

I am looking forward to exploring even more delights. I wish I had upgraded sooner.

Kaspersky Internet Security – the all-in-one securitysolution that offers a worry-free computing environment for you andyour family. Kaspersky Internet Security has everything you needfor a safe and secure Internet experience.

Usual Microsoft rubbish, 04 Sep 2008
My partner, a teacher, has just started at a new school. After being informed that the school uses Office 2007, she insisted that I purchase a copy for our home PC. As a software engineer with significant experience with Microsoft products, a tried in vain to persuade her that OpenOffice is not only free but also a superior product.

Microsoft Office arrived in the office post about an hour ago. So far, five people (all reasonably intelligent) have tried and failed to open the plastic box containing the software. When I get home, I will explain to my partner that she'll find the new software about as user-friendly as the box it came in.

I've given Office one-star because I've used it before and, as a software engineer with at least 10 years commercial experience, I know how bad it is.

Hesitant before purchase but now very pleased, 02 Sep 2008
Having the need to source new software for new computer and upgrade others I searched the reviews on Amazon but was worried to see some not so very positive comments about the Home and Student edition. However need and positive past experience with MS Office products overcame concerns and I ordered it. The good news is I had nothing to worry about, it loaded perfectly and is running just fine. Powerpoint is there in its entirety.
One very happy customer and good value for money.

Microsoft office 2007, 21 Aug 2008
I purchased this product over amazon last week for £69.99 and now its gone down to £59.99 I can't belive it, so not fair. This office 2007 is ok the only problem I had with it is finding half of the things I need to use, as its all it sections of folders. If your saving documents make sure to save it with the drop down box of microsoft 1997-2003 as then you can open up this document on other ps which do not have office 2007. Overall its a good product.

Appalling, 16 Aug 2008
I've spent the past four months trying to write a book using Word 2007 - It has proved to be one of the most irritating and complicated pieces of software that I've ever had the misfortune to use.



Brilliant so far - an excellent upgrade, 06 Aug 2008
I have just received Office 2007 Home & Student and Outlook 2007 to upgrade from 2003 - and after reading some of the reviews here I was initially a bit wary. Thank goodness I took no notice. It's a vast improvement and I have adapted to the new format almost instantly.

First - I decided to upgrade over 2003 because unless you are committed to a new software upgrade you are tempted to go back to the familiar. Or so I thought. In any case - running both does have some difficulties unless you make some registry changes (so I've read) so I opted for the complete upgrade. Installation went without a hitch and all my data was there in Outlook - safe and sound.

Now to the infamous ribbon - it's easy to learn (I've only had the software a few hours and I'm using it as if I'd had it forever) and I do find it more intuitive. I had to look up how to compare documents (I do a lot of marking for students and so comparing revised assignments is a major task for me) and the new version is heavenly. My styles transferred across - and virtually everything I've needed to do (insert pictures, add a border to an image, use a spreadsheet, send e-mails, etc) has gone without a hitch. In many cases I found I'd done it without even thinking about it.

My concession to the old way of working was to add all my favourites to the Quick Access Toolbar (I didn't realise from the reviews that you can add anything at all to this) so I can still one-click on the things I use a lot - just like in 2003. Frankly I cannot understand why anyone would go back to an earlier version after trying this. And the price is sweet.

I am looking forward to exploring even more delights. I wish I had upgraded sooner.

Probably the best.., 07 Oct 2008
This is probably the best all-round security package on the market and at this price is a must-have. Viruses, Spyware, Malware etc. infections should not be underestimated. No computer should be without security software and one product might not be enough! I would suggest a product like this plus Windows Defender(free) and Ad-Ware(free version) installed BEFORE you have an infection with regular checks because the chances are your computer is already infected which might explain the 'blue screens'! When it comes to PC 'infections' prevention really is better than cure.

Kaspersky IS 2009 is the best, 30 Sep 2008
Used to use Kaspersky IS 7 after having years of crappy Norton slowing everything down.

KIS7 was so good I got all my family to upgrade to it from their Norton/McAfee leviathans and they've noticed the PC speed increase.

Recently, my KIS7 subscription expired and so I upgraded to 2009.

Happy to report that my PC is still very quick & no viruses have got through thanks to Kaspersky's almost hourly updates.

Buy it & see the difference.

Possibly the greatest security suite of all time!, 02 Sep 2008
Take a look at any internet security suite review, whether online or in magazines (PCPro magazine for example), and you'll find Kaspersky rates as one of the best security software currently on the market. Its virus and malware detection rates are amongst the highest you can get. As for the previous review saying Kaspersky caused the blue screen of death, I admit that any software could have compatibility problems, and any user does not know for sure if software will work on their PC. Kaspersky version 2008 did seem to slow down my browser speed, but that problem appears to have been fixed with in the 2009 version. Don't take my word for it, check out the labs tests on the PCPro website.

Excellent product, 01 Sep 2008
Am running this on two different XP machines with no problems (also run the 2007 version on a third machine)

This is an excellent security system which so far (touch wood) I have had no problems with unlike Norton & McAfee both of which let viruses into my PC

Makes your PC display a pretty blue screen, 09 Aug 2008
Bought the previous version from amazon and then updated to this version.

Both versions cause my PC to blue screen of death

Avoid!

Kaspersky Internet Security – the all-in-one securitysolution that offers a worry-free computing environment for you andyour family. Kaspersky Internet Security has everything you needfor a safe and secure Internet experience.

Usual Microsoft rubbish, 04 Sep 2008
My partner, a teacher, has just started at a new school. After being informed that the school uses Office 2007, she insisted that I purchase a copy for our home PC. As a software engineer with significant experience with Microsoft products, a tried in vain to persuade her that OpenOffice is not only free but also a superior product.

Microsoft Office arrived in the office post about an hour ago. So far, five people (all reasonably intelligent) have tried and failed to open the plastic box containing the software. When I get home, I will explain to my partner that she'll find the new software about as user-friendly as the box it came in.

I've given Office one-star because I've used it before and, as a software engineer with at least 10 years commercial experience, I know how bad it is.

Hesitant before purchase but now very pleased, 02 Sep 2008
Having the need to source new software for new computer and upgrade others I searched the reviews on Amazon but was worried to see some not so very positive comments about the Home and Student edition. However need and positive past experience with MS Office products overcame concerns and I ordered it. The good news is I had nothing to worry about, it loaded perfectly and is running just fine. Powerpoint is there in its entirety.
One very happy customer and good value for money.

Microsoft office 2007, 21 Aug 2008
I purchased this product over amazon last week for £69.99 and now its gone down to £59.99 I can't belive it, so not fair. This office 2007 is ok the only problem I had with it is finding half of the things I need to use, as its all it sections of folders. If your saving documents make sure to save it with the drop down box of microsoft 1997-2003 as then you can open up this document on other ps which do not have office 2007. Overall its a good product.

Appalling, 16 Aug 2008
I've spent the past four months trying to write a book using Word 2007 - It has proved to be one of the most irritating and complicated pieces of software that I've ever had the misfortune to use.



Brilliant so far - an excellent upgrade, 06 Aug 2008
I have just received Office 2007 Home & Student and Outlook 2007 to upgrade from 2003 - and after reading some of the reviews here I was initially a bit wary. Thank goodness I took no notice. It's a vast improvement and I have adapted to the new format almost instantly.

First - I decided to upgrade over 2003 because unless you are committed to a new software upgrade you are tempted to go back to the familiar. Or so I thought. In any case - running both does have some difficulties unless you make some registry changes (so I've read) so I opted for the complete upgrade. Installation went without a hitch and all my data was there in Outlook - safe and sound.

Now to the infamous ribbon - it's easy to learn (I've only had the software a few hours and I'm using it as if I'd had it forever) and I do find it more intuitive. I had to look up how to compare documents (I do a lot of marking for students and so comparing revised assignments is a major task for me) and the new version is heavenly. My styles transferred across - and virtually everything I've needed to do (insert pictures, add a border to an image, use a spreadsheet, send e-mails, etc) has gone without a hitch. In many cases I found I'd done it without even thinking about it.

My concession to the old way of working was to add all my favourites to the Quick Access Toolbar (I didn't realise from the reviews that you can add anything at all to this) so I can still one-click on the things I use a lot - just like in 2003. Frankly I cannot understand why anyone would go back to an earlier version after trying this. And the price is sweet.

I am looking forward to exploring even more delights. I wish I had upgraded sooner.

Probably the best.., 07 Oct 2008
This is probably the best all-round security package on the market and at this price is a must-have. Viruses, Spyware, Malware etc. infections should not be underestimated. No computer should be without security software and one product might not be enough! I would suggest a product like this plus Windows Defender(free) and Ad-Ware(free version) installed BEFORE you have an infection with regular checks because the chances are your computer is already infected which might explain the 'blue screens'! When it comes to PC 'infections' prevention really is better than cure.

Kaspersky IS 2009 is the best, 30 Sep 2008
Used to use Kaspersky IS 7 after having years of crappy Norton slowing everything down.

KIS7 was so good I got all my family to upgrade to it from their Norton/McAfee leviathans and they've noticed the PC speed increase.

Recently, my KIS7 subscription expired and so I upgraded to 2009.

Happy to report that my PC is still very quick & no viruses have got through thanks to Kaspersky's almost hourly updates.

Buy it & see the difference.

Possibly the greatest security suite of all time!, 02 Sep 2008
Take a look at any internet security suite review, whether online or in magazines (PCPro magazine for example), and you'll find Kaspersky rates as one of the best security software currently on the market. Its virus and malware detection rates are amongst the highest you can get. As for the previous review saying Kaspersky caused the blue screen of death, I admit that any software could have compatibility problems, and any user does not know for sure if software will work on their PC. Kaspersky version 2008 did seem to slow down my browser speed, but that problem appears to have been fixed with in the 2009 version. Don't take my word for it, check out the labs tests on the PCPro website.

Excellent product, 01 Sep 2008
Am running this on two different XP machines with no problems (also run the 2007 version on a third machine)

This is an excellent security system which so far (touch wood) I have had no problems with unlike Norton & McAfee both of which let viruses into my PC

Makes your PC display a pretty blue screen, 09 Aug 2008
Bought the previous version from amazon and then updated to this version.

Both versions cause my PC to blue screen of death

Avoid!

Excellent, 10 Oct 2008

Brilliant product.Works perfectly, in the background, with regular automatic updates, without glitches of any description.

I replaced a Norton Internet Security software package with the Kaspersky as the Norton was causing serious issues on my PC.

The Kaspersky runs like a dream. Give it a try. Soon.

An easy to use and professional Internet security suite, Strongly Recommended., 07 Oct 2008
Now there are a fair few number of security suites out there: AVG, McAffee, Norton and the like. Ive tried all of these products in the past and ive always felt really annoyed in some way on how they run on your computer. Here are my thoughts:

*AVG is a nightmare with that stupid licence activation system malarky
*Norton took an eternity to update itself a new update appeared
*McAfee slowed my browsing down to a terrible crawl.

This one is differnet however, it is very easy to set up and install, it can be used on up to 3 computers (Really generous idea) and protects your computer without all the stupid interuptions.

Top marks to Mr Kaspersky himself.

Does the usual jobs. No better, or worse, than the others, 06 Oct 2008
I have used many virus and security-related computer products for about ten years now. Whilst I have been completely satisfied with ZoneAlarm and, now, Windows One Care, there is no reason to think that this offering from Kaspersky is any different.

It runs, seemingly, in the background without hogging valuble computer/processor resources, which means that you do not notice it.

It is very straight forward to train, so that it won't interfere with things that you want to happen.

Like the other products I have listed above, I can recommended it because it does the job.

Found it difficult to install., 03 Oct 2008
I have had a problem with my laptop since installing this software and have found Kaspersky's customer support unable to help.

After reading several positive reviews on Kaspersky Internet Security 2009, I bought and installed the software in my Toshiba laptop. The process itself was straightforward, but after installation I started to get the message "Can't execute CEC_Main.exe Please reinstall this program" everytime I turned on my laptop. I have since checked postings on Google and found out that some other Toshiba laptop users had encountered the same problem. I called Kaspersky tech support, and their response is that this problem has nothing to do with them. In other words, I am on my own to try out which of the potential solutions (that I have read from other users) would work. I did not really want to deal with this level of complication when all I wanted was a security software that works.

So the bottom line here: the great reviews that you have read so far are probably true, but I would seriously urge you to think twice before buying this software if --
1) you have a Toshiba laptop (you can Google discussions on this) and
2) you'd rather not spend the time rectifying an avoidable problem.

KAspersky IS 2009, 03 Oct 2008
My default recommendation for PC security. However, whilst its installation and auto config mode are great for a novice, it can and does make some odd decisions or your behalf, and its not that straight forward to change it. If you are remotely IT literate, its the best in class, if you are a novice, and willing to preserve, it offers the very best and comprehensive security for things that you didn't even know you needed protecting against!

Usual Microsoft rubbish, 04 Sep 2008
My partner, a teacher, has just started at a new school. After being informed that the school uses Office 2007, she insisted that I purchase a copy for our home PC. As a software engineer with significant experience with Microsoft products, a tried in vain to persuade her that OpenOffice is not only free but also a superior product.

Microsoft Office arrived in the office post about an hour ago. So far, five people (all reasonably intelligent) have tried and failed to open the plastic box containing the software. When I get home, I will explain to my partner that she'll find the new software about as user-friendly as the box it came in.

I've given Office one-star because I've used it before and, as a software engineer with at least 10 years commercial experience, I know how bad it is.

Hesitant before purchase but now very pleased, 02 Sep 2008
Having the need to source new software for new computer and upgrade others I searched the reviews on Amazon but was worried to see some not so very positive comments about the Home and Student edition. However need and positive past experience with MS Office products overcame concerns and I ordered it. The good news is I had nothing to worry about, it loaded perfectly and is running just fine. Powerpoint is there in its entirety.
One very happy customer and good value for money.

Microsoft office 2007, 21 Aug 2008
I purchased this product over amazon last week for £69.99 and now its gone down to £59.99 I can't belive it, so not fair. This office 2007 is ok the only problem I had with it is finding half of the things I need to use, as its all it sections of folders. If your saving documents make sure to save it with the drop down box of microsoft 1997-2003 as then you can open up this document on other ps which do not have office 2007. Overall its a good product.

Appalling, 16 Aug 2008
I've spent the past four months trying to write a book using Word 2007 - It has proved to be one of the most irritating and complicated pieces of software that I've ever had the misfortune to use.



Brilliant so far - an excellent upgrade, 06 Aug 2008
I have just received Office 2007 Home & Student and Outlook 2007 to upgrade from 2003 - and after reading some of the reviews here I was initially a bit wary. Thank goodness I took no notice. It's a vast improvement and I have adapted to the new format almost instantly.

First - I decided to upgrade over 2003 because unless you are committed to a new software upgrade you are tempted to go back to the familiar. Or so I thought. In any case - running both does have some difficulties unless you make some registry changes (so I've read) so I opted for the complete upgrade. Installation went without a hitch and all my data was there in Outlook - safe and sound.

Now to the infamous ribbon - it's easy to learn (I've only had the software a few hours and I'm using it as if I'd had it forever) and I do find it more intuitive. I had to look up how to compare documents (I do a lot of marking for students and so comparing revised assignments is a major task for me) and the new version is heavenly. My styles transferred across - and virtually everything I've needed to do (insert pictures, add a border to an image, use a spreadsheet, send e-mails, etc) has gone without a hitch. In many cases I found I'd done it without even thinking about it.

My concession to the old way of working was to add all my favourites to the Quick Access Toolbar (I didn't realise from the reviews that you can add anything at all to this) so I can still one-click on the things I use a lot - just like in 2003. Frankly I cannot understand why anyone would go back to an earlier version after trying this. And the price is sweet.

I am looking forward to exploring even more delights. I wish I had upgraded sooner.

Probably the best.., 07 Oct 2008
This is probably the best all-round security package on the market and at this price is a must-have. Viruses, Spyware, Malware etc. infections should not be underestimated. No computer should be without security software and one product might not be enough! I would suggest a product like this plus Windows Defender(free) and Ad-Ware(free version) installed BEFORE you have an infection with regular checks because the chances are your computer is already infected which might explain the 'blue screens'! When it comes to PC 'infections' prevention really is better than cure.

Kaspersky IS 2009 is the best, 30 Sep 2008
Used to use Kaspersky IS 7 after having years of crappy Norton slowing everything down.

KIS7 was so good I got all my family to upgrade to it from their Norton/McAfee leviathans and they've noticed the PC speed increase.

Recently, my KIS7 subscription expired and so I upgraded to 2009.

Happy to report that my PC is still very quick & no viruses have got through thanks to Kaspersky's almost hourly updates.

Buy it & see the difference.

Possibly the greatest security suite of all time!, 02 Sep 2008
Take a look at any internet security suite review, whether online or in magazines (PCPro magazine for example), and you'll find Kaspersky rates as one of the best security software currently on the market. Its virus and malware detection rates are amongst the highest you can get. As for the previous review saying Kaspersky caused the blue screen of death, I admit that any software could have compatibility problems, and any user does not know for sure if software will work on their PC. Kaspersky version 2008 did seem to slow down my browser speed, but that problem appears to have been fixed with in the 2009 version. Don't take my word for it, check out the labs tests on the PCPro website.

Excellent product, 01 Sep 2008
Am running this on two different XP machines with no problems (also run the 2007 version on a third machine)

This is an excellent security system which so far (touch wood) I have had no problems with unlike Norton & McAfee both of which let viruses into my PC

Makes your PC display a pretty blue screen, 09 Aug 2008
Bought the previous version from amazon and then updated to this version.

Both versions cause my PC to blue screen of death

Avoid!

Excellent, 10 Oct 2008

Brilliant product.Works perfectly, in the background, with regular automatic updates, without glitches of any description.

I replaced a Norton Internet Security software package with the Kaspersky as the Norton was causing serious issues on my PC.

The Kaspersky runs like a dream. Give it a try. Soon.

An easy to use and professional Internet security suite, Strongly Recommended., 07 Oct 2008
Now there are a fair few number of security suites out there: AVG, McAffee, Norton and the like. Ive tried all of these products in the past and ive always felt really annoyed in some way on how they run on your computer. Here are my thoughts:

*AVG is a nightmare with that stupid licence activation system malarky
*Norton took an eternity to update itself a new update appeared
*McAfee slowed my browsing down to a terrible crawl.

This one is differnet however, it is very easy to set up and install, it can be used on up to 3 computers (Really generous idea) and protects your computer without all the stupid interuptions.

Top marks to Mr Kaspersky himself.

Does the usual jobs. No better, or worse, than the others, 06 Oct 2008
I have used many virus and security-related computer products for about ten years now. Whilst I have been completely satisfied with ZoneAlarm and, now, Windows One Care, there is no reason to think that this offering from Kaspersky is any different.

It runs, seemingly, in the background without hogging valuble computer/processor resources, which means that you do not notice it.

It is very straight forward to train, so that it won't interfere with things that you want to happen.

Like the other products I have listed above, I can recommended it because it does the job.

Found it difficult to install., 03 Oct 2008
I have had a problem with my laptop since installing this software and have found Kaspersky's customer support unable to help.

After reading several positive reviews on Kaspersky Internet Security 2009, I bought and installed the software in my Toshiba laptop. The process itself was straightforward, but after installation I started to get the message "Can't execute CEC_Main.exe Please reinstall this program" everytime I turned on my laptop. I have since checked postings on Google and found out that some other Toshiba laptop users had encountered the same problem. I called Kaspersky tech support, and their response is that this problem has nothing to do with them. In other words, I am on my own to try out which of the potential solutions (that I have read from other users) would work. I did not really want to deal with this level of complication when all I wanted was a security software that works.

So the bottom line here: the great reviews that you have read so far are probably true, but I would seriously urge you to think twice before buying this software if --
1) you have a Toshiba laptop (you can Google discussions on this) and
2) you'd rather not spend the time rectifying an avoidable problem.

KAspersky IS 2009, 03 Oct 2008
My default recommendation for PC security. However, whilst its installation and auto config mode are great for a novice, it can and does make some odd decisions or your behalf, and its not that straight forward to change it. If you are remotely IT literate, its the best in class, if you are a novice, and willing to preserve, it offers the very best and comprehensive security for things that you didn't even know you needed protecting against!

So Slow, 30 Sep 2008
It looks good but not the same as before so there is some relearning required. But the biggest surprise of all is that it is frustratingly slow. I have iWorks but bought this because my wife kept saying that MS office was better, but even she now admits it's not.

Only buy this if you absolutely have to, or if you have more patience than me.

Don't upgrade - VBA is off, quite slow, 12 Sep 2008
This product should have never been released. It miss a fundamental subset of Excel, VBA. Suddenly all macros stopped to work after I upgraded, and the unthinkable was correct, yes Microsoft has removed VBA, even from the help! after some online research to confirm, I removed it and re-installed 2004. This is not to mention the huge resources consumption or the new improved, or should say, ugly interface.

They should be ashamed., 05 Sep 2008
I bought this because the kids need it for school and am amazed how dreadful it is.
First of all when installed it needs a 160Mb "critical" update.
This failed using the auto update (at 155MB). I then downloaded the latest update as a stand alone file from Microsoft. This failed at it could not find any office installation on my computer!
I tried the auto update again and this time it worked, but only after a cryptic "Microsoft does not understand this error" message.
This takes it to 12.1.
I now states that a 12.1.1 update is "Critical" and is another 150MB download.
The current version is actually 12.2 so goodness knows how long it will take to get there.
I have used Macs for 10+ years and never have I seen such shoddy, slapdash work.

They should be ashamed and Mr Jobs should have a word in their ear.

I haven't used it yet and it has been a day wasted so far.
Buy anything else unless you really, really need it.
I would give it no stars if this system allowed it.

Don't upgrade, consider not buying Office, 25 Aug 2008
This new version of Office has too many problems. In addition to the slow performance the lack of compatability with other versions (meaning settings have to be changed to save files in the old format) makes day to day operation a pain. Added to that network operation on classic Office files is very uncertain.
I have tried three service pack versions. The first one wouldn't open Excel XLS files through the network, then after the next service pack it did, after the next fix pack it didn't.
Files seem to randomly get saved into last used save folders when they have been opened from somewhere else. If you want basic Word processing and spreadsheet analysis with presentation save money and buy iWork. The learning curve will be shorter than the frustration trying to make Office 2008 work. And you can install on five computers.iWork '08 Family Pack

Something i've found out too late!!, 18 Aug 2008
everyone needs to consider when choosing either iwork or office that when you receive e-mails most attachments will be office documents. so if you choose to only buy one it may be worth your while getting office for the convenience of being able to read sometimes important attachments!!!

Usual Microsoft rubbish, 04 Sep 2008
My partner, a teacher, has just started at a new school. After being informed that the school uses Office 2007, she insisted that I purchase a copy for our home PC. As a software engineer with significant experience with Microsoft products, a tried in vain to persuade her that OpenOffice is not only free but also a superior product.

Microsoft Office arrived in the office post about an hour ago. So far, five people (all reasonably intelligent) have tried and failed to open the plastic box containing the software. When I get home, I will explain to my partner that she'll find the new software about as user-friendly as the box it came in.

I've given Office one-star because I've used it before and, as a software engineer with at least 10 years commercial experience, I know how bad it is.

Hesitant before purchase but now very pleased, 02 Sep 2008
Having the need to source new software for new computer and upgrade others I searched the reviews on Amazon but was worried to see some not so very positive comments about the Home and Student edition. However need and positive past experience with MS Office products overcame concerns and I ordered it. The good news is I had nothing to worry about, it loaded perfectly and is running just fine. Powerpoint is there in its entirety.
One very happy customer and good value for money.

Microsoft office 2007, 21 Aug 2008
I purchased this product over amazon last week for £69.99 and now its gone down to £59.99 I can't belive it, so not fair. This office 2007 is ok the only problem I had with it is finding half of the things I need to use, as its all it sections of folders. If your saving documents make sure to save it with the drop down box of microsoft 1997-2003 as then you can open up this document on other ps which do not have office 2007. Overall its a good product.

Appalling, 16 Aug 2008
I've spent the past four months trying to write a book using Word 2007 - It has proved to be one of the most irritating and complicated pieces of software that I've ever had the misfortune to use.



Brilliant so far - an excellent upgrade, 06 Aug 2008
I have just received Office 2007 Home & Student and Outlook 2007 to upgrade from 2003 - and after reading some of the reviews here I was initially a bit wary. Thank goodness I took no notice. It's a vast improvement and I have adapted to the new format almost instantly.

First - I decided to upgrade over 2003 because unless you are committed to a new software upgrade you are tempted to go back to the familiar. Or so I thought. In any case - running both does have some difficulties unless you make some registry changes (so I've read) so I opted for the complete upgrade. Installation went without a hitch and all my data was there in Outlook - safe and sound.

Now to the infamous ribbon - it's easy to learn (I've only had the software a few hours and I'm using it as if I'd had it forever) and I do find it more intuitive. I had to look up how to compare documents (I do a lot of marking for students and so comparing revised assignments is a major task for me) and the new version is heavenly. My styles transferred across - and virtually everything I've needed to do (insert pictures, add a border to an image, use a spreadsheet, send e-mails, etc) has gone without a hitch. In many cases I found I'd done it without even thinking about it.

My concession to the old way of working was to add all my favourites to the Quick Access Toolbar (I didn't realise from the reviews that you can add anything at all to this) so I can still one-click on the things I use a lot - just like in 2003. Frankly I cannot understand why anyone would go back to an earlier version after trying this. And the price is sweet.

I am looking forward to exploring even more delights. I wish I had upgraded sooner.

Probably the best.., 07 Oct 2008
This is probably the best all-round security package on the market and at this price is a must-have. Viruses, Spyware, Malware etc. infections should not be underestimated. No computer should be without security software and one product might not be enough! I would suggest a product like this plus Windows Defender(free) and Ad-Ware(free version) installed BEFORE you have an infection with regular checks because the chances are your computer is already infected which might explain the 'blue screens'! When it comes to PC 'infections' prevention really is better than cure.

Kaspersky IS 2009 is the best, 30 Sep 2008
Used to use Kaspersky IS 7 after having years of crappy Norton slowing everything down.

KIS7 was so good I got all my family to upgrade to it from their Norton/McAfee leviathans and they've noticed the PC speed increase.

Recently, my KIS7 subscription expired and so I upgraded to 2009.

Happy to report that my PC is still very quick & no viruses have got through thanks to Kaspersky's almost hourly updates.

Buy it & see the difference.

Possibly the greatest security suite of all time!, 02 Sep 2008
Take a look at any internet security suite review, whether online or in magazines (PCPro magazine for example), and you'll find Kaspersky rates as one of the best security software currently on the market. Its virus and malware detection rates are amongst the highest you can get. As for the previous review saying Kaspersky caused the blue screen of death, I admit that any software could have compatibility problems, and any user does not know for sure if software will work on their PC. Kaspersky version 2008 did seem to slow down my browser speed, but that problem appears to have been fixed with in the 2009 version. Don't take my word for it, check out the labs tests on the PCPro website.

Excellent product, 01 Sep 2008
Am running this on two different XP machines with no problems (also run the 2007 version on a third machine)

This is an excellent security system which so far (touch wood) I have had no problems with unlike Norton & McAfee both of which let viruses into my PC

Makes your PC display a pretty blue screen, 09 Aug 2008
Bought the previous version from amazon and then updated to this version.

Both versions cause my PC to blue screen of death

Avoid!

Excellent, 10 Oct 2008

Brilliant product.Works perfectly, in the background, with regular automatic updates, without glitches of any description.

I replaced a Norton Internet Security software package with the Kaspersky as the Norton was causing serious issues on my PC.

The Kaspersky runs like a dream. Give it a try. Soon.

An easy to use and professional Internet security suite, Strongly Recommended., 07 Oct 2008
Now there are a fair few number of security suites out there: AVG, McAffee, Norton and the like. Ive tried all of these products in the past and ive always felt really annoyed in some way on how they run on your computer. Here are my thoughts:

*AVG is a nightmare with that stupid licence activation system malarky
*Norton took an eternity to update itself a new update appeared
*McAfee slowed my browsing down to a terrible crawl.

This one is differnet however, it is very easy to set up and install, it can be used on up to 3 computers (Really generous idea) and protects your computer without all the stupid interuptions.

Top marks to Mr Kaspersky himself.

Does the usual jobs. No better, or worse, than the others, 06 Oct 2008
I have used many virus and security-related computer products for about ten years now. Whilst I have been completely satisfied with ZoneAlarm and, now, Windows One Care, there is no reason to think that this offering from Kaspersky is any different.

It runs, seemingly, in the background without hogging valuble computer/processor resources, which means that you do not notice it.

It is very straight forward to train, so that it won't interfere with things that you want to happen.

Like the other products I have listed above, I can recommended it because it does the job.

Found it difficult to install., 03 Oct 2008
I have had a problem with my laptop since installing this software and have found Kaspersky's customer support unable to help.

After reading several positive reviews on Kaspersky Internet Security 2009, I bought and installed the software in my Toshiba laptop. The process itself was straightforward, but after installation I started to get the message "Can't execute CEC_Main.exe Please reinstall this program" everytime I turned on my laptop. I have since checked postings on Google and found out that some other Toshiba laptop users had encountered the same problem. I called Kaspersky tech support, and their response is that this problem has nothing to do with them. In other words, I am on my own to try out which of the potential solutions (that I have read from other users) would work. I did not really want to deal with this level of complication when all I wanted was a security software that works.

So the bottom line here: the great reviews that you have read so far are probably true, but I would seriously urge you to think twice before buying this software if --
1) you have a Toshiba laptop (you can Google discussions on this) and
2) you'd rather not spend the time rectifying an avoidable problem.

KAspersky IS 2009, 03 Oct 2008
My default recommendation for PC security. However, whilst its installation and auto config mode are great for a novice, it can and does make some odd decisions or your behalf, and its not that straight forward to change it. If you are remotely IT literate, its the best in class, if you are a novice, and willing to preserve, it offers the very best and comprehensive security for things that you didn't even know you needed protecting against!

So Slow, 30 Sep 2008
It looks good but not the same as before so there is some relearning required. But the biggest surprise of all is that it is frustratingly slow. I have iWorks but bought this because my wife kept saying that MS office was better, but even she now admits it's not.

Only buy this if you absolutely have to, or if you have more patience than me.

Don't upgrade - VBA is off, quite slow, 12 Sep 2008
This product should have never been released. It miss a fundamental subset of Excel, VBA. Suddenly all macros stopped to work after I upgraded, and the unthinkable was correct, yes Microsoft has removed VBA, even from the help! after some online research to confirm, I removed it and re-installed 2004. This is not to mention the huge resources consumption or the new improved, or should say, ugly interface.

They should be ashamed., 05 Sep 2008
I bought this because the kids need it for school and am amazed how dreadful it is.
First of all when installed it needs a 160Mb "critical" update.
This failed using the auto update (at 155MB). I then downloaded the latest update as a stand alone file from Microsoft. This failed at it could not find any office installation on my computer!
I tried the auto update again and this time it worked, but only after a cryptic "Microsoft does not understand this error" message.
This takes it to 12.1.
I now states that a 12.1.1 update is "Critical" and is another 150MB download.
The current version is actually 12.2 so goodness knows how long it will take to get there.
I have used Macs for 10+ years and never have I seen such shoddy, slapdash work.

They should be ashamed and Mr Jobs should have a word in their ear.

I haven't used it yet and it has been a day wasted so far.
Buy anything else unless you really, really need it.
I would give it no stars if this system allowed it.

Don't upgrade, consider not buying Office, 25 Aug 2008
This new version of Office has too many problems. In addition to the slow performance the lack of compatability with other versions (meaning settings have to be changed to save files in the old format) makes day to day operation a pain. Added to that network operation on classic Office files is very uncertain.
I have tried three service pack versions. The first one wouldn't open Excel XLS files through the network, then after the next service pack it did, after the next fix pack it didn't.
Files seem to randomly get saved into last used save folders when they have been opened from somewhere else. If you want basic Word processing and spreadsheet analysis with presentation save money and buy iWork. The learning curve will be shorter than the frustration trying to make Office 2008 work. And you can install on five computers.iWork '08 Family Pack

Something i've found out too late!!, 18 Aug 2008
everyone needs to consider when choosing either iwork or office that when you receive e-mails most attachments will be office documents. so if you choose to only buy one it may be worth your while getting office for the convenience of being able to read sometimes important attachments!!!

What a great programme, 10 Oct 2008
Microsoft Office 2007 Home and Student Edition (3 User Licence) (PC)

Just updated from 2003. what a brilliant programme, easy to install and very easy to use. I am not a professional user so this is great for us silver surfers to have. easy to install, easy to follow.

Another disappointment, 04 Sep 2008
Slower than ever, clunkier, and a weird new menu system detract from this very expensive 'cheap' option.
We returned ours, installed Open Office - amazing value, faster on our installations of XP, more stable and a familiar environment.
Where is Publisher? Why include PowerPoint in a home/student edition? Pointless, really.
MS have shot themselves in the foot, it seems.

Not a cheap option - cynical Microsoft pricing -and you will not get what you should be able to expect!, 29 Jul 2008
Dear All,
A first-time negative reviwer, and a previous admirer of the Microsoft Office stable, I have to register disgust at this particular Microsoft offering. It is misleading, and if you want a comprehensive product, you are going to have to spend a lot more.

As backgound, I am a "silver" post-grad now involved in cardiology related voluntary work with the NHS. My wife is a seving Headteacher. At the turn of last year we decided to update our long sufferring systems, which were struggling to cope with Office XP professional (2003).

As a Sony fan, I bought myself an AR series large screen desktop replacement, together with the ultimate boy's toy -a full powered micro PC (Sony UX-1XN). My wife got a semi-pro CR series. The point is that the first came with Vista home premium operating systems and the others sport full Vista Business, so I thought it appropriate to upgrade to a three user vista compatable Office licence.

I have rated the product 3 stars. In fairness, if you are prepared to put in the learning effort, there are significant improvements in Word, Excel and Powerpoint.BUT:
1)No access to the relational database "Access", or any update to that.
2) Most importantly, the student version does not support or include any version of Outlook. Naively, I thought that they may have substituted Outlook by improving windows Calendar, Mail Manager, contacts etc. That is not the case. I am now dependent on my ISP providers mail manager , with the lack of appropriate security. I have also tried installing my licenced 2003 version, but either I am inept or it is being blocked. I have not been able to find multi-license for outlook, and when I last looked it will cost around £ 80 per computer to bring outlook on board -£240 on top of of your licence.

3)Finally, One Note is in essence a freebie (aka. a marketing experiment) included with the student version. I have played with this a little but conclude that for most users it is not sufficiently developed to be useful. However, as I mentioned, I bought a Sony UX1 - one ofthe world's smallest full-functioning solid state computers. As part of its on-board tricks, it has a touch-snsitive screen, which lets me review and comment(in handwriting - tranlsated to text) on word documents. Some of the concepts in one-note could be developed in that environment, but not for most current users.

Tom Lawson


different interface to 2003 but I like the addition of OneNote, 18 Jul 2008
This is very different from 2003 version - the interface has really changed and today I have spent my time searching for various things like paper orientation.

So far I am happy with the 2007 version - as a student I think the inclusion of OneNote could prove useful. I had seen reviews of it before and was pleased to see it included in the Home and Student version this time.

What is it? Should you buy it?, 17 Jun 2008
This is a licence for a three computer version of
- Wordprocessor - Word;
- Spreadsheet - Excel;
- Presentation Manager - PowerPoint; &
- Note recorder OneNote

In the box, you get one set of installation files on a DVD, and one licence code that can be registered for three computers in the same home.

Called a Home & Student edition, you do not need to have a student in your home in order to legally use this product, but there is a restriction - you are not allowed to use this product for any business reasons. So if you run a business from home this is NOT for you. - Microsoft market an Office Small Business Edition which comes with extra features and web help for small business users.

However, if you just want something to write letters; write notes; and, do the family finances at home, this is a sensible and cheap solution which makes Microsoft Works almost pointless.

An obvious thought here - there aren't many non-commercial reasons to use PowerPoint at home other than for kids homework so why include it? Publisher (used for writing Newsletters and very popular among churches) or the database program Access (although difficult to learn) would have been of more use, whilst the loss of Office Outlook (not to be confused with Outlook Express) is annoying if you already use an older version as your e-mail system.

Note however that Office 2007 only works with Windows XP or Vista, so computers running Windows 95, 98 or ME can NOT run this product.

With a new version, one expects improvements and in this case there are many. The most obvious being the new menu system which takes a bit of getting used to but needs to be learnt as this will be the future.

You get Word, Excel & PowerPoint as in previous versions but not Outline and do not get (in the box atleast)a cheaper upgrade to other useful programs such as Publisher and Access (in previous versions this was an option).

In place you get OneNote - and this is an advantage as it is an excellent new product for writing notes in some sort of order (the program takes words and pictures) and excels at copying words and images off webpages such as an invoice. This program is very useful and worth experimenting with as it is a genuine new approach to storing information.

Worth it? Yes because for three licences, this is cheap, and it is an excellent product that the world uses. If you have kids, then they will need to be able to use this by the time they start work.

If your prime purchase is for your children, then while the above is true, it may be worth changing to this version at the same time as your children's school does - it makes the learning curve of the new interface easier and makes working on files both at school and home easier. Note: schools often change major software such as this during the Summer Holidays - school IT staff do not get the same long holidays as the children.

Faults?

1. No ability to cheaply add on other Microsoft Office products such as Publisher or Access which many students or home users would want;

2. Documents are saved by default as ".docx" and not ".doc" (and also in Excel ".xlsx" etc.) This is a problem if you send a document by e-mail to someone else as their computer can probably not read your .docx file, so you need to either "save as" as a .doc for this document or alter (in options) the default setting to always save as a .doc file. - Easy but annoying.

3. At the top of the window of each application instead of saying "Document 1 - Microsoft Word", it says "Document 1 - Microsoft Word non-commercial use" (or Excel etc.) in this version. This looks naff, and is not easy to remove.

4. The new layout of menus and buttons at the top of each program is a pain to re-learn, but as I said earlier, this will be the future so one needs to bite the bullet on this one at some stage.


Installation Tip: Remove all old versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote before installing this new version, by doing this your registry and hard drive will have less in them and work faster. Remember, you can leave applications such as Outlook and Access 2003 on your computer, to run alongside your Office 2007 applications.

Usual Microsoft rubbish, 04 Sep 2008
My partner, a teacher, has just started at a new school. After being informed that the school uses Office 2007, she insisted that I purchase a copy for our home PC. As a software engineer with significant experience with Microsoft products, a tried in vain to persuade her that OpenOffice is not only free but also a superior product.

Microsoft Office arrived in the office post about an hour ago. So far, five people (all reasonably intelligent) have tried and failed to open the plastic box containing the software. When I get home, I will explain to my partner that she'll find the new software about as user-friendly as the box it came in.

I've given Office one-star because I've used it before and, as a software engineer with at least 10 years commercial experience, I know how bad it is.

Hesitant before purchase but now very pleased, 02 Sep 2008
Having the need to source new software for new computer and upgrade others I searched the reviews on Amazon but was worried to see some not so very positive comments about the Home and Student edition. However need and positive past experience with MS Office products overcame concerns and I ordered it. The good news is I had nothing to worry about, it loaded perfectly and is running just fine. Powerpoint is there in its entirety.
One very happy customer and good value for money.

Microsoft office 2007, 21 Aug 2008
I purchased this product over amazon last week for £69.99 and now its gone down to £59.99 I can't belive it, so not fair. This office 2007 is ok the only problem I had with it is finding half of the things I need to use, as its all it sections of folders. If your saving documents make sure to save it with the drop down box of microsoft 1997-2003 as then you can open up this document on other ps which do not have office 2007. Overall its a good product.

Appalling, 16 Aug 2008
I've spent the past four months trying to write a book using Word 2007 - It has proved to be one of the most irritating and complicated pieces of software that I've ever had the misfortune to use.



Brilliant so far - an excellent upgrade, 06 Aug 2008
I have just received Office 2007 Home & Student and Outlook 2007 to upgrade from 2003 - and after reading some of the reviews here I was initially a bit wary. Thank goodness I took no notice. It's a vast improvement and I have adapted to the new format almost instantly.

First - I decided to upgrade over 2003 because unless you are committed to a new software upgrade you are tempted to go back to the familiar. Or so I thought. In any case - running both does have some difficulties unless you make some registry changes (so I've read) so I opted for the complete upgrade. Installation went without a hitch and all my data was there in Outlook - safe and sound.

Now to the infamous ribbon - it's easy to learn (I've only had the software a few hours and I'm using it as if I'd had it forever) and I do find it more intuitive. I had to look up how to compare documents (I do a lot of marking for students and so comparing revised assignments is a major task for me) and the new version is heavenly. My styles transferred across - and virtually everything I've needed to do (insert pictures, add a border to an image, use a spreadsheet, send e-mails, etc) has gone without a hitch. In many cases I found I'd done it without even thinking about it.

My concession to the old way of working was to add all my favourites to the Quick Access Toolbar (I didn't realise from the reviews that you can add anything at all to this) so I can still one-click on the things I use a lot - just like in 2003. Frankly I cannot understand why anyone would go back to an earlier version after trying this. And the price is sweet.

I am looking forward to exploring even more delights. I wish I had upgraded sooner.

Probably the best.., 07 Oct 2008
This is probably the best all-round security package on the market and at this price is a must-have. Viruses, Spyware, Malware etc. infections should not be underestimated. No computer should be without security software and one product might not be enough! I would suggest a product like this plus Windows Defender(free) and Ad-Ware(free version) installed BEFORE you have an infection with regular checks because the chances are your computer is already infected which might explain the 'blue screens'! When it comes to PC 'infections' prevention really is better than cure.

Kaspersky IS 2009 is the best, 30 Sep 2008
Used to use Kaspersky IS 7 after having years of crappy Norton slowing everything down.

KIS7 was so good I got all my family to upgrade to it from their Norton/McAfee leviathans and they've noticed the PC speed increase.

Recently, my KIS7 subscription expired and so I upgraded to 2009.

Happy to report that my PC is still very quick & no viruses have got through thanks to Kaspersky's almost hourly updates.

Buy it & see the difference.

Possibly the greatest security suite of all time!, 02 Sep 2008
Take a look at any internet security suite review, whether online or in magazines (PCPro magazine for example), and you'll find Kaspersky rates as one of the best security software currently on the market. Its virus and malware detection rates are amongst the highest you can get. As for the previous review saying Kaspersky caused the blue screen of death, I admit that any software could have compatibility problems, and any user does not know for sure if software will work on their PC. Kaspersky version 2008 did seem to slow down my browser speed, but that problem appears to have been fixed with in the 2009 version. Don't take my word for it, check out the labs tests on the PCPro website.

Excellent product, 01 Sep 2008
Am running this on two different XP machines with no problems (also run the 2007 version on a third machine)

This is an excellent security system which so far (touch wood) I have had no problems with unlike Norton & McAfee both of which let viruses into my PC

Makes your PC display a pretty blue screen, 09 Aug 2008
Bought the previous version from amazon and then updated to this version.

Both versions cause my PC to blue screen of death

Avoid!

Excellent, 10 Oct 2008

Brilliant product.Works perfectly, in the background, with regular automatic updates, without glitches of any description.

I replaced a Norton Internet Security software package with the Kaspersky as the Norton was causing serious issues on my PC.

The Kaspersky runs like a dream. Give it a try. Soon.

An easy to use and professional Internet security suite, Strongly Recommended., 07 Oct 2008
Now there are a fair few number of security suites out there: AVG, McAffee, Norton and the like. Ive tried all of these products in the past and ive always felt really annoyed in some way on how they run on your computer. Here are my thoughts:

*AVG is a nightmare with that stupid licence activation system malarky
*Norton took an eternity to update itself a new update appeared
*McAfee slowed my browsing down to a terrible crawl.

This one is differnet however, it is very easy to set up and install, it can be used on up to 3 computers (Really generous idea) and protects your computer without all the stupid interuptions.

Top marks to Mr Kaspersky himself.

Does the usual jobs. No better, or worse, than the others, 06 Oct 2008
I have used many virus and security-related computer products for about ten years now. Whilst I have been completely satisfied with ZoneAlarm and, now, Windows One Care, there is no reason to think that this offering from Kaspersky is any different.

It runs, seemingly, in the background without hogging valuble computer/processor resources, which means that you do not notice it.

It is very straight forward to train, so that it won't interfere with things that you want to happen.

Like the other products I have listed above, I can recommended it because it does the job.

Found it difficult to install., 03 Oct 2008
I have had a problem with my laptop since installing this software and have found Kaspersky's customer support unable to help.

After reading several positive reviews on Kaspersky Internet Security 2009, I bought and installed the software in my Toshiba laptop. The process itself was straightforward, but after installation I started to get the message "Can't execute CEC_Main.exe Please reinstall this program" everytime I turned on my laptop. I have since checked postings on Google and found out that some other Toshiba laptop users had encountered the same problem. I called Kaspersky tech support, and their response is that this problem has nothing to do with them. In other words, I am on my own to try out which of the potential solutions (that I have read from other users) would work. I did not really want to deal with this level of complication when all I wanted was a security software that works.

So the bottom line here: the great reviews that you have read so far are probably true, but I would seriously urge you to think twice before buying this software if --
1) you have a Toshiba laptop (you can Google discussions on this) and
2) you'd rather not spend the time rectifying an avoidable problem.

KAspersky IS 2009, 03 Oct 2008
My default recommendation for PC security. However, whilst its installation and auto config mode are great for a novice, it can and does make some odd decisions or your behalf, and its not that straight forward to change it. If you are remotely IT literate, its the best in class, if you are a novice, and willing to preserve, it offers the very best and comprehensive security for things that you didn't even know you needed protecting against!

So Slow, 30 Sep 2008
It looks good but not the same as before so there is some relearning required. But the biggest surprise of all is that it is frustratingly slow. I have iWorks but bought this because my wife kept saying that MS office was better, but even she now admits it's not.

Only buy this if you absolutely have to, or if you have more patience than me.

Don't upgrade - VBA is off, quite slow, 12 Sep 2008
This product should have never been released. It miss a fundamental subset of Excel, VBA. Suddenly all macros stopped to work after I upgraded, and the unthinkable was correct, yes Microsoft has removed VBA, even from the help! after some online research to confirm, I removed it and re-installed 2004. This is not to mention the huge resources consumption or the new improved, or should say, ugly interface.

They should be ashamed., 05 Sep 2008
I bought this because the kids need it for school and am amazed how dreadful it is.
First of all when installed it needs a 160Mb "critical" update.
This failed using the auto update (at 155MB). I then downloaded the latest update as a stand alone file from Microsoft. This failed at it could not find any office installation on my computer!
I tried the auto update again and this time it worked, but only after a cryptic "Microsoft does not understand this error" message.
This takes it to 12.1.
I now states that a 12.1.1 update is "Critical" and is another 150MB download.
The current version is actually 12.2 so goodness knows how long it will take to get there.
I have used Macs for 10+ years and never have I seen such shoddy, slapdash work.

They should be ashamed and Mr Jobs should have a word in their ear.

I haven't used it yet and it has been a day wasted so far.
Buy anything else unless you really, really need it.
I would give it no stars if this system allowed it.

Don't upgrade, consider not buying Office, 25 Aug 2008
This new version of Office has too many problems. In addition to the slow performance the lack of compatability with other versions (meaning settings have to be changed to save files in the old format) makes day to day operation a pain. Added to that network operation on classic Office files is very uncertain.
I have tried three service pack versions. The first one wouldn't open Excel XLS files through the network, then after the next service pack it did, after the next fix pack it didn't.
Files seem to randomly get saved into last used save folders when they have been opened from somewhere else. If you want basic Word processing and spreadsheet analysis with presentation save money and buy iWork. The learning curve will be shorter than the frustration trying to make Office 2008 work. And you can install on five computers.iWork '08 Family Pack

Something i've found out too late!!, 18 Aug 2008
everyone needs to consider when choosing either iwork or office that when you receive e-mails most attachments will be office documents. so if you choose to only buy one it may be worth your while getting office for the convenience of being able to read sometimes important attachments!!!

What a great programme, 10 Oct 2008
Microsoft Office 2007 Home and Student Edition (3 User Licence) (PC)

Just updated from 2003. what a brilliant programme, easy to install and very easy to use. I am not a professional user so this is great for us silver surfers to have. easy to install, easy to follow.

Another disappointment, 04 Sep 2008
Slower than ever, clunkier, and a weird new menu system detract from this very expensive 'cheap' option.
We returned ours, installed Open Office - amazing value, faster on our installations of XP, more stable and a familiar environment.
Where is Publisher? Why include PowerPoint in a home/student edition? Pointless, really.
MS have shot themselves in the foot, it seems.

Not a cheap option - cynical Microsoft pricing -and you will not get what you should be able to expect!, 29 Jul 2008
Dear All,
A first-time negative reviwer, and a previous admirer of the Microsoft Office stable, I have to register disgust at this particular Microsoft offering. It is misleading, and if you want a comprehensive product, you are going to have to spend a lot more.

As backgound, I am a "silver" post-grad now involved in cardiology related voluntary work with the NHS. My wife is a seving Headteacher. At the turn of last year we decided to update our long sufferring systems, which were struggling to cope with Office XP professional (2003).

As a Sony fan, I bought myself an AR series large screen desktop replacement, together with the ultimate boy's toy -a full powered micro PC (Sony UX-1XN). My wife got a semi-pro CR series. The point is that the first came with Vista home premium operating systems and the others sport full Vista Business, so I thought it appropriate to upgrade to a three user vista compatable Office licence.

I have rated the product 3 stars. In fairness, if you are prepared to put in the learning effort, there are significant improvements in Word, Excel and Powerpoint.BUT:
1)No access to the relational database "Access", or any update to that.
2) Most importantly, the student version does not support or include any version of Outlook. Naively, I thought that they may have substituted Outlook by improving windows Calendar, Mail Manager, contacts etc. That is not the case. I am now dependent on my ISP providers mail manager , with the lack of appropriate security. I have also tried installing my licenced 2003 version, but either I am inept or it is being blocked. I have not been able to find multi-license for outlook, and when I last looked it will cost around £ 80 per computer to bring outlook on board -£240 on top of of your licence.

3)Finally, One Note is in essence a freebie (aka. a marketing experiment) included with the student version. I have played with this a little but conclude that for most users it is not sufficiently developed to be useful. However, as I mentioned, I bought a Sony UX1 - one ofthe world's smallest full-functioning solid state computers. As part of its on-board tricks, it has a touch-snsitive screen, which lets me review and comment(in handwriting - tranlsated to text) on word documents. Some of the concepts in one-note could be developed in that environment, but not for most current users.

Tom Lawson


different interface to 2003 but I like the addition of OneNote, 18 Jul 2008
This is very different from 2003 version - the interface has really changed and today I have spent my time searching for various things like paper orientation.

So far I am happy with the 2007 version - as a student I think the inclusion of OneNote could prove useful. I had seen reviews of it before and was pleased to see it included in the Home and Student version this time.

What is it? Should you buy it?, 17 Jun 2008
This is a licence for a three computer version of
- Wordprocessor - Word;
- Spreadsheet - Excel;
- Presentation Manager - PowerPoint; &
- Note recorder OneNote

In the box, you get one set of installation files on a DVD, and one licence code that can be registered for three computers in the same home.

Called a Home & Student edition, you do not need to have a student in your home in order to legally use this product, but there is a restriction - you are not allowed to use this product for any business reasons. So if you run a business from home this is NOT for you. - Microsoft market an Office Small Business Edition which comes with extra features and web help for small business users.

However, if you just want something to write letters; write notes; and, do the family finances at home, this is a sensible and cheap solution which makes Microsoft Works almost pointless.

An obvious thought here - there aren't many non-commercial reasons to use PowerPoint at home other than for kids homework so why include it? Publisher (used for writing Newsletters and very popular among churches) or the database program Access (although difficult to learn) would have been of more use, whilst the loss of Office Outlook (not to be confused with Outlook Express) is annoying if you already use an older version as your e-mail system.

Note however that Office 2007 only works with Windows XP or Vista, so computers running Windows 95, 98 or ME can NOT run this product.

With a new version, one expects improvements and in this case there are many. The most obvious being the new menu system which takes a bit of getting used to but needs to be learnt as this will be the future.

You get Word, Excel & PowerPoint as in previous versions but not Outline and do not get (in the box atleast)a cheaper upgrade to other useful programs such as Publisher and Access (in previous versions this was an option).

In place you get OneNote - and this is an advantage as it is an excellent new product for writing notes in some sort of order (the program takes words and pictures) and excels at copying words and images off webpages such as an invoice. This program is very useful and worth experimenting with as it is a genuine new approach to storing information.

Worth it? Yes because for three licences, this is cheap, and it is an excellent product that the world uses. If you have kids, then they will need to be able to use this by the time they start work.

If your prime purchase is for your children, then while the above is true, it may be worth changing to this version at the same time as your children's school does - it makes the learning curve of the new interface easier and makes working on files both at school and home easier. Note: schools often change major software such as this during the Summer Holidays - school IT staff do not get the same long holidays as the children.

Faults?

1. No ability to cheaply add on other Microsoft Office products such as Publisher or Access which many students or home users would want;

2. Documents are saved by default as ".docx" and not ".doc" (and also in Excel ".xlsx" etc.) This is a problem if you send a document by e-mail to someone else as their computer can probably not read your .docx file, so you need to either "save as" as a .doc for this document or alter (in options) the default setting to always save as a .doc file. - Easy but annoying.

3. At the top of the window of each application instead of saying "Document 1 - Microsoft Word", it says "Document 1 - Microsoft Word non-commercial use" (or Excel etc.) in this version. This looks naff, and is not easy to remove.

4. The new layout of menus and buttons at the top of each program is a pain to re-learn, but as I said earlier, this will be the future so one needs to bite the bullet on this one at some stage.


Installation Tip: Remove all old versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote before installing this new version, by doing this your registry and hard drive will have less in them and work faster. Remember, you can leave applications such as Outlook and Access 2003 on your computer, to run alongside your Office 2007 applications.


First class piece of software, 04 Oct 2008
True Image 11 is a first class piece of software. It performs perfectly in Windows Xp Pro. Everything I could have asked it did seamlessly and more. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending this software.

Not up to the hype, 31 Aug 2008
First the good news : Easy to install on XP and the interface seems user friendly. Now the not so good news : Despite running incremental backups every week for several months when I actually needed to use the product it did not restore all of the data and hung at 97% completion. Perhaps foolishly I tried again and was informed that the backup was corrupted. Gave up. Reinstalled the OS and system software the old fashioned way and am manually backing up data every week onto external HDD. On reflection I think this software gave me a false sense of security.

Useless piece of software!, 29 Aug 2008
This sounded like a great idea. However after installing and performing a full back up on my new high spec PC. I disappeared for a few hours and came back to discover all my personal data had disappeared- photo's documents etc.

I tried to restore the backup to find it hadn't worked after all even though the closing box said it had completed successfully.

Its a good job I had got a spare data backup on another external hard drive, but I still lost all the work I done that afternoon.

I have uninstalled the software and will contact Amazon to see if can get a refund.

Acronis still haven't got back to me!

Rubbish all round!


Perfect for disk cloning, 11 Aug 2008
I've used Acronis True image 11 for cloning my Laptop hard drive after 2 attempts with Norton Ghost 10 none worked so used Acronis worked first time. I've also used it to clone USB dongle's with no problems at all.. So easy to use with all the right options.
Running Windows XP pro

It works fine, 31 Jul 2008
I purchased this software 2 weeks ago.Works fine.Backups to a 500GB external HDD - also works fine.So far-good. (OS=XP). Have not tried back-up to CD ROM yet - and probably will not.

Usual Microsoft rubbish, 04 Sep 2008
My partner, a teacher, has just started at a new school. After being informed that the school uses Office 2007, she insisted that I purchase a copy for our home PC. As a software engineer with significant experience with Microsoft products, a tried in vain to persuade her that OpenOffice is not only free but also a superior product.

Microsoft Office arrived in the office post about an hour ago. So far, five people (all reasonably intelligent) have tried and failed to open the plastic box containing the software. When I get home, I will explain to my partner that she'll find the new software about as user-friendly as the box it came in.

I've given Office one-star because I've used it before and, as a software engineer with at least 10 years commercial experience, I know how bad it is.

Hesitant before purchase but now very pleased, 02 Sep 2008
Having the need to source new software for new computer and upgrade others I searched the reviews on Amazon but was worried to see some not so very positive comments about the Home and Student edition. However need and positive past experience with MS Office products overcame concerns and I ordered it. The good news is I had nothing to worry about, it loaded perfectly and is running just fine. Powerpoint is there in its entirety.
One very happy customer and good value for money.

Microsoft office 2007, 21 Aug 2008
I purchased this product over amazon last week for £69.99 and now its gone down to £59.99 I can't belive it, so not fair. This office 2007 is ok the only problem I had with it is finding half of the things I need to use, as its all it sections of folders. If your saving documents make sure to save it with the drop down box of microsoft 1997-2003 as then you can open up this document on other ps which do not have office 2007. Overall its a good product.

Appalling, 16 Aug 2008
I've spent the past four months trying to write a book using Word 2007 - It has proved to be one of the most irritating and complicated pieces of software that I've ever had the misfortune to use.



Brilliant so far - an excellent upgrade, 06 Aug 2008
I have just received Office 2007 Home & Student and Outlook 2007 to upgrade from 2003 - and after reading some of the reviews here I was initially a bit wary. Thank goodness I took no notice. It's a vast improvement and I have adapted to the new format almost instantly.

First - I decided to upgrade over 2003 because unless you are committed to a new software upgrade you are tempted to go back to the familiar. Or so I thought. In any case - running both does have some difficulties unless you make some registry changes (so I've read) so I opted for the complete upgrade. Installation went without a hitch and all my data was there in Outlook - safe and sound.

Now to the infamous ribbon - it's easy to learn (I've only had the software a few hours and I'm using it as if I'd had it forever) and I do find it more intuitive. I had to look up how to compare documents (I do a lot of marking for students and so comparing revised assignments is a major task for me) and the new version is heavenly. My styles transferred across - and virtually everything I've needed to do (insert pictures, add a border to an image, use a spreadsheet, send e-mails, etc) has gone without a hitch. In many cases I found I'd done it without even thinking about it.

My concession to the old way of working was to add all my favourites to the Quick Access Toolbar (I didn't realise from the reviews that you can add anything at all to this) so I can still one-click on the things I use a lot - just like in 2003. Frankly I cannot understand why anyone would go back to an earlier version after trying this. And the price is sweet.

I am looking forward to exploring even more delights. I wish I had upgraded sooner.

Probably the best.., 07 Oct 2008
This is probably the best all-round security package on the market and at this price is a must-have. Viruses, Spyware, Malware etc. infections should not be underestimated. No computer should be without security software and one product might not be enough! I would suggest a product like this plus Windows Defender(free) and Ad-Ware(free version) installed BEFORE you have an infection with regular checks because the chances are your computer is already infected which might explain the 'blue screens'! When it comes to PC 'infections' prevention really is better than cure.

Kaspersky IS 2009 is the best, 30 Sep 2008
Used to use Kaspersky IS 7 after having years of crappy Norton slowing everything down.

KIS7 was so good I got all my family to upgrade to it from their Norton/McAfee leviathans and they've noticed the PC speed increase.

Recently, my KIS7 subscription expired and so I upgraded to 2009.

Happy to report that my PC is still very quick & no viruses have got through thanks to Kaspersky's almost hourly updates.

Buy it & see the difference.

Possibly the greatest security suite of all time!, 02 Sep 2008
Take a look at any internet security suite review, whether online or in magazines (PCPro magazine for example), and you'll find Kaspersky rates as one of the best security software currently on the market. Its virus and malware detection rates are amongst the highest you can get. As for the previous review saying Kaspersky caused the blue screen of death, I admit that any software could have compatibility problems, and any user does not know for sure if software will work on their PC. Kaspersky version 2008 did seem to slow down my browser speed, but that problem appears to have been fixed with in the 2009 version. Don't take my word for it, check out the labs tests on the PCPro website.

Excellent product, 01 Sep 2008
Am running this on two different XP machines with no problems (also run the 2007 version on a third machine)

This is an excellent security system which so far (touch wood) I have had no problems with unlike Norton & McAfee both of which let viruses into my PC

Makes your PC display a pretty blue screen, 09 Aug 2008
Bought the previous version from amazon and then updated to this version.

Both versions cause my PC to blue screen of death

Avoid!

Excellent, 10 Oct 2008

Brilliant product.Works perfectly, in the background, with regular automatic updates, without glitches of any description.

I replaced a Norton Internet Security software package with the Kaspersky as the Norton was causing serious issues on my PC.

The Kaspersky runs like a dream. Give it a try. Soon.

An easy to use and professional Internet security suite, Strongly Recommended., 07 Oct 2008
Now there are a fair few number of security suites out there: AVG, McAffee, Norton and the like. Ive tried all of these products in the past and ive always felt really annoyed in some way on how they run on your computer. Here are my thoughts:

*AVG is a nightmare with that stupid licence activation system malarky
*Norton took an eternity to update itself a new update appeared
*McAfee slowed my browsing down to a terrible crawl.

This one is differnet however, it is very easy to set up and install, it can be used on up to 3 computers (Really generous idea) and protects your computer without all the stupid interuptions.

Top marks to Mr Kaspersky himself.

Does the usual jobs. No better, or worse, than the others, 06 Oct 2008
I have used many virus and security-related computer products for about ten years now. Whilst I have been completely satisfied with ZoneAlarm and, now, Windows One Care, there is no reason to think that this offering from Kaspersky is any different.

It runs, seemingly, in the background without hogging valuble computer/processor resources, which means that you do not notice it.

It is very straight forward to train, so that it won't interfere with things that you want to happen.

Like the other products I have listed above, I can recommended it because it does the job.

Found it difficult to install., 03 Oct 2008
I have had a problem with my laptop since installing this software and have found Kaspersky's customer support unable to help.

After reading several positive reviews on Kaspersky Internet Security 2009, I bought and installed the software in my Toshiba laptop. The process itself was straightforward, but after installation I started to get the message "Can't execute CEC_Main.exe Please reinstall this program" everytime I turned on my laptop. I have since checked postings on Google and found out that some other Toshiba laptop users had encountered the same problem. I called Kaspersky tech support, and their response is that this problem has nothing to do with them. In other words, I am on my own to try out which of the potential solutions (that I have read from other users) would work. I did not really want to deal with this level of complication when all I wanted was a security software that works.

So the bottom line here: the great reviews that you have read so far are probably true, but I would seriously urge you to think twice before buying this software if --
1) you have a Toshiba laptop (you can Google discussions on this) and
2) you'd rather not spend the time rectifying an avoidable problem.

KAspersky IS 2009, 03 Oct 2008
My default recommendation for PC security. However, whilst its installation and auto config mode are great for a novice, it can and does make some odd decisions or your behalf, and its not that straight forward to change it. If you are remotely IT literate, its the best in class, if you are a novice, and willing to preserve, it offers the very best and comprehensive security for things that you didn't even know you needed protecting against!

So Slow, 30 Sep 2008
It looks good but not the same as before so there is some relearning required. But the biggest surprise of all is that it is frustratingly slow. I have iWorks but bought this because my wife kept saying that MS office was better, but even she now admits it's not.

Only buy this if you absolutely have to, or if you have more patience than me.

Don't upgrade - VBA is off, quite slow, 12 Sep 2008
This product should have never been released. It miss a fundamental subset of Excel, VBA. Suddenly all macros stopped to work after I upgraded, and the unthinkable was correct, yes Microsoft has removed VBA, even from the help! after some online research to confirm, I removed it and re-installed 2004. This is not to mention the huge resources consumption or the new improved, or should say, ugly interface.

They should be ashamed., 05 Sep 2008
I bought this because the kids need it for school and am amazed how dreadful it is.
First of all when installed it needs a 160Mb "critical" update.
This failed using the auto update (at 155MB). I then downloaded the latest update as a stand alone file from Microsoft. This failed at it could not find any office installation on my computer!
I tried the auto update again and this time it worked, but only after a cryptic "Microsoft does not understand this error" message.
This takes it to 12.1.
I now states that a 12.1.1 update is "Critical" and is another 150MB download.
The current version is actually 12.2 so goodness knows how long it will take to get there.
I have used Macs for 10+ years and never have I seen such shoddy, slapdash work.

They should be ashamed and Mr Jobs should have a word in their ear.

I haven't used it yet and it has been a day wasted so far.
Buy anything else unless you really, really need it.
I would give it no stars if this system allowed it.

Don't upgrade, consider not buying Office, 25 Aug 2008
This new version of Office has too many problems. In addition to the slow performance the lack of compatability with other versions (meaning settings have to be changed to save files in the old format) makes day to day operation a pain. Added to that network operation on classic Office files is very uncertain.
I have tried three service pack versions. The first one wouldn't open Excel XLS files through the network, then after the next service pack it did, after the next fix pack it didn't.
Files seem to randomly get saved into last used save folders when they have been opened from somewhere else. If you want basic Word processing and spreadsheet analysis with presentation save money and buy iWork. The learning curve will be shorter than the frustration trying to make Office 2008 work. And you can install on five computers.iWork '08 Family Pack

Something i've found out too late!!, 18 Aug 2008
everyone needs to consider when choosing either iwork or office that when you receive e-mails most attachments will be office documents. so if you choose to only buy one it may be worth your while getting office for the convenience of being able to read sometimes important attachments!!!

What a great programme, 10 Oct 2008
Microsoft Office 2007 Home and Student Edition (3 User Licence) (PC)

Just updated from 2003. what a brilliant programme, easy to install and very easy to use. I am not a professional user so this is great for us silver surfers to have. easy to install, easy to follow.

Another disappointment, 04 Sep 2008
Slower than ever, clunkier, and a weird new menu system detract from this very expensive 'cheap' option.
We returned ours, installed Open Office - amazing value, faster on our installations of XP, more stable and a familiar environment.
Where is Publisher? Why include PowerPoint in a home/student edition? Pointless, really.
MS have shot themselves in the foot, it seems.

Not a cheap option - cynical Microsoft pricing -and you will not get what you should be able to expect!, 29 Jul 2008
Dear All,
A first-time negative reviwer, and a previous admirer of the Microsoft Office stable, I have to register disgust at this particular Microsoft offering. It is misleading, and if you want a comprehensive product, you are going to have to spend a lot more.

As backgound, I am a "silver" post-grad now involved in cardiology related voluntary work with the NHS. My wife is a seving Headteacher. At the turn of last year we decided to update our long sufferring systems, which were struggling to cope with Office XP professional (2003).

As a Sony fan, I bought myself an AR series large screen desktop replacement, together with the ultimate boy's toy -a full powered micro PC (Sony UX-1XN). My wife got a semi-pro CR series. The point is that the first came with Vista home premium operating systems and the others sport full Vista Business, so I thought it appropriate to upgrade to a three user vista compatable Office licence.

I have rated the product 3 stars. In fairness, if you are prepared to put