Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365) is an essential tool for pretty much everyone. I can’t think of anyone who couldn’t use this!
Rebranded during the pandemic, Microsoft 365 includes…
- Word.
- Excel.
- Powerpoint.
- Teams.
- Outlook.
- OneDrive.
- Family safety *Only with a Microsoft 365 Family subscription.
Let’s talk a little about each of these.
Word.
Word processing software to create high-quality documents that shine, from draft essays to polished resumes. I use this software to organise my notes, send invoices (for which it has templates!), and more.
Excel.
Spreadsheet software to keep track of the important things – from budgets and expenses to vacation plans and household
itemization. I use excel to read spreadsheets I have been sent with ease (especially for my Sims Mobile content!). I also love tracking my Christmas expenses, etc, with one of their Christmas templates each year.
Powerpoint.
Slide presentation software to help you build entertaining slideshows and get tips to help you speak more confidently. There are, as will all the software included in this package, so many varied uses for Powerpoint. Previously I have used it between clients as a shareable animatic to get input before moving on to an animation.
Teams.
Video conferencing, meetings, and calls. Call, chat, make plans and visit with your loved ones virtually – all in one app. I don’t have much experience with this as yet but from what I have seen it looks great. That’s the thing with a software package like this. Sometimes you might get one of two programs that you don’t currently use and then before you know it they’re making your day 10 times easier.
Outlook.
Your personal email and calendar. Check all your email addresses in one place and stay on top of your schedule with multiple
calendars in a single view. I’d be lost without it!
OneDrive.
Personal cloud storage with 1 TB of storage, securely store your documents and photos and access them from
anywhere. Perfect for when you’re traveling or need to move things between devices.
Family safety.
Location sharing and screen time app. Protect your loved ones with controls and alerts, plus get expert tips to help develop stringer
safety habits together. **Only with a Microsoft 365 Family subscription**
Some other things to consider.
- Microsoft 365 works on Windows AND Mac devices.
- You can use it on your computer AND on your phone.
- When teachers, faculty or school staff purchases Microsoft 365, students can get access at no extra cost.
You can get a $10 discount when you buy Microsoft 365 on Amazon with this code: 10M365CC2
