Frequently Asked Questions About Microsoft Office 2021 Professional Plus
The following applications are included in this version:
- Word 2021
- Excel 2021
- PowerPoint 2021
- Outlook 2021
- Publisher 2021
- Access 2021
- Skype for Business
- Teams (Basic Version)
This version is specifically designed for businesses and professionals who require advanced tools for enhanced productivity, data management, and communication.
The primary difference is the range of applications and features:
- Office 2021 (also known as Office Home & Business 2021) includes basic applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Office 2021 Professional Plus includes all the applications from the standard version (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) plus Publisher, Access, Skype for Business, and Teams. It is typically designed for professional and business use, providing more tools for productivity and collaboration.
Yes, Microsoft Office 2021 is a lifetime license, meaning you pay once and own the software permanently without a subscription. However, this does not include feature updates (only security updates and bug fixes), so future versions of Office will need to be purchased separately if needed.
Office LTSC 2021 (Long-Term Servicing Channel) is a specialized version designed for businesses that need long-term, stable software without frequent feature updates. It receives only security updates and bug fixes, and it’s typically used in regulated industries where stability is prioritized over new features.
Office 2021 (Retail) is the standard version intended for regular users, offering new features at the time of release but without ongoing feature updates after purchase. It is designed for personal or small business use where staying current with the latest technology is less critical.