How to Install Microsoft Office 2008 on a Mac

Installing Microsoft Office to your Mac computer gives you the possibilities and capabilities of the Microsoft Office Suite. You will be able to use Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Entourage (Mac equivalent of Outlook). Microsoft Office 2008 is specifically designed for the Mac operating systems, and while it does not feature as many applications as its Windows counterpart, it still contains useful programs.

Instructions

1. Quit any unnecessary applications by clicking the Apple icon on the menu bar, then click "Force Quit." Choose all programs but "Finder" and click "Force Quit."

2. Insert your Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac installation disc into the computer. The Office window will open.

3. Double-click the "Office Installer" icon to begin set up. Click "Continue," then "Continue," and "Continue" again. Click "I Agree."

4. Enter your details and product key, then click "Continue." Carry on clicking "Continue" throughout the installation steps. Enter your password when requested by the installer. Click "Close" once installation is complete.

5. Enter your personal information in the "Office Identity" screen if you like, otherwise click "Go Back." Click "Continue" when you are finished. The automatic update will load, click "Install" to install your updates for the software. Again follow the onscreen instructions, click "Finish" and you will have finished installing Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac.

References

• Microsoft: How to install Office 2008 for Mac