A must-have: Microsoft Office is just $30

TL;DR: Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 is $29.97 (MSRP $229) and includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more.

A lot of people get a new computer for Christmas, whether given as a gift or something you pick up for yourself. Once the excitement wears off, you still need the software that actually lets you do the important things. Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 is only $29.97 right now, and it gives your new or existing PC the full suite of tools people use every day.

This version includes all the familiar essentials: Word for writing, Excel for organizing your life, PowerPoint for work or school slides, Outlook for email, and more. Everything installs locally on your Windows computer. There are no subscriptions to manage and no surprise renewals. Once you activate it, the license is yours for life, and the apps keep working even without an internet connection. It is also completely AI-free, so students stay focused on their work rather than automated shortcuts.

If your holiday setup feels unfinished or your old PC needs a refresh, this is an easy upgrade that makes a real difference.

Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 is available for $29.97 (MSRP $229) for a limited time.

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