It appears as though Microsoft may have gotten the memo regarding productivity software pricing. There was no reason to have small business users paying $400 for their productivity solutions when there are so many solid products which are much more aggressively priced. They have simplified the number of versions and have lowered their prices. Office 2011 comes in the following flavors, prices and licensing options:
- Microsoft Office for Mac Home & Student 2011 – $149.99
- No Outlook
- 90 days of Technical Support
- Licensed for Home and Student use on three Macs per household and is not intended for commercial use.
- Microsoft Office for Mac Home & Business 2011 – $279.99
- Outlook included
- 1 year of Technical Support
- Licensed on a per user basis for installation on up to two Macs.
