Who knew how much it would change the way we use computers from that point onward?

It gave users access to their emails from any location with an Internet connection.

Previously, all your font choices, alignment configs, and other essential options were always on show.

Illustration of an infographic with milestones of Microsoft Office.

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Today, the ribbon continues to grow in complexity, andusers can modify what it shows.

Fun fact: Version 13.0 of Office 2010 was skipped due to the fear of the number 13.

You would also be guided through the process of attempting to restore your files.

An InfoWorld Newspaper cutting announcing the launch of The Microsoft Office for Windows.

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In the same security-conscious year, Microsoft launched email encryption on Outlook.com.

Microsoft 365 also boasted improved collaboration and machine management tools.

By October 2023, Teams had 320 million monthly users.

The Microsoft Office for Windows original box packaging.

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What Does the Future Hold?

A Microsoft Word 365 document with the Home tab on the ribbon selected.

A Microsoft 365 Insider promotional poster, advertising the shift from the Office Insider Program to the Microsoft 365 Insider program.

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A screenshot of the Microsoft Forms homepage.

The welcome screen of the Microsoft Defender desktop app.