When will Microsoft release a universal Microsoft Office application for the iMac's new Intel based chips?
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it looks like they're not rushing to release this too soon.  According to the following content I found on microsoft's site, probably next year at the earliest.  performance on programs like this probably won't suffer as much as graphic, layout or video-editting software that is running in the emulation module: rosetta, however, so I wouldn't necessarily let the lack of a new office delay you too much.\n\n"Q. Will you re-release Office 2004 for Intel-based Macs?\n\nA. No. There are no plans to re-release Office 2004. With Rosetta, Office 2004 runs well on Intel-based Macs.\n\nQ. When will the next version of Office for Mac be available?\n\nA. The next version of Office for Mac is under development, and we typically release a new version every two to three years. Although we are on track, making sure that our next version will run on the Intel-based Macs will likely require additional time in our development schedule. We will know more about our release date after we’ve thoroughly evaluated the Intel-based Macs, and have identified any changes we need to make so that Office for Mac runs smoothly on both PowerPC-based Macs and Intel-based Macs. "
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works is a totally cheap word processor that is totally incompatible with every other word processor out there.  i think it's a microsoft scam to force you to buy their overwhelmingly expensive office suite when you become so frustrated with works
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I know Crossover Office will run MS Office as late as 2003, but I find the OpenOffice.org suite to be much better.
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I bought mine five months ago, and around a month after that, the whole Intel thing was announced. I didn't regret buying it, since I've always wanted a Mac, and it's been the perfect bundle of joy(12" Powerbook, love  of my life).\n\nNow, though, there are STRONG rumours about the Intel powerbooks coming out as early as January. I wouldn't be too surprised if Jobs springs them on us around Christmas. These are just rumours, though, and AFAIK Apple's stated aim is to bring them out some time in'06.\n\nSo, if you can wait around a month, there is a chance, however less, of the Intel macs being released. What I'd suggest is to read all those mac rumour sites, as well as mainstream media for indications of early release. I've done that, and the signs are strongly in favour of that. So, wait till Jan before you decide.\n\nIF the Intel macs are gonna come in Jan:\nPros:\n- they'll be better than the current PPC ones, and given Apple's propensity for aggressive market entry, priced pretty much the same, or lesser.\nCons:\n- Apple is notorious for bringing out very buggy 'first generation' portables. This is a risk you will have to weigh.
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Microsoft Publisher which is one of the office applications
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The Mac Pro and all other intel macs are not truly compatible with Adobe Photoshop and other CS/CS2 programs.  They are being emulated via a program called Rosetta.  They will run and work pretty much flawlessly on the new intel macs, they just are not designed to do so with out being emulated.  For true program compatibility, you will have to wait until next year when CS3 comes out.  FYI I have been using PS CS2 on a core 2 duo imac and it runs very fast and behaves almost as if it was coded for the intel processor.
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Vista will be out in late November to manufactures and late January to consumers. I would wait until at least service pack one to upgrade. I've been beta testing it since Beta 1 and it has come along way. People that are calling it a Mac clone are just plain ignorant. I am not a fan of Microsoft at all but i think they did and good job with Vista. It’s still very buggy (I am running RC2 now) but it will eventually be better then XP. It will take some time for that to happen so for now just relax and save your money for pc upgrades. You'll need them. Aero may look great ( and it does btw )but its very resource hungry.
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Hi there...Microsoft Office with Powerpoint is available for the Mac as well for retail price of $399.  http://www.microsoft.com/mac/products/powerpoint2004/powerpoint2004.aspx?pid=powerpoint2004\n\nCurrently there's a rebate offer of up to 25% which ends January 16, 2007: \nhttp://www.microsoft.com/mac/go/promotions/default.aspx
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I love the new imacs.  what are you planning on looking into.  both the desktops and laptops are awesome for video and design work.  they are also very compatible with pc programs.  i wouldn't get one if you are in computer games though.  i haven't had nearly as many problems with the macs that i have worked with compared to pcs.
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AMD? Possibly not, Although since they have Macs with intel processors now, I would guess that there is indeed a version of the Mac os that will run on a PC. Exactly how you would get one, I'm not sure. Never actually had to install a mac os. Not even sure that they sell it sperately from their computers. Of course... there would have to be mac versions of drivers for all sorts of hardware that was previously only for PCs... if this is possible then someone at apple spend a LONG LONG LONG time on it... hmm. If I find out more I'll paste it in.
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No, because the whole point of Apple is that they run on their own operating system (which I am not fond of). Intel is just a processor, and is in no way related to Windows.
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well microsoft is going to work on all the beta stuff\nvista, ie7 and defender
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Soon? No - I do like their chances of doing that someday though.  The new bootcamp that allows windows to be installed is a great leap in that direction.\n\nThe biggest hurdle for them now is their prices.  Macs are too expensive right now to do anything more than trickle growth in market share.
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Why bother? Microsoft has released a beta version of its Office 2007 to download and try.  Please refer to the article which appears on BetaNews website.  The site also has the download link to Office 2007 beta.\n\n"Microsoft Puts Up Office 2007 Preview" -- betanews.com\n(http://www.betanews.com/article/Microsoft_Puts_Up_Office_2007_Preview/1151422792)\n\n"With 2.5 million downloads of Office 2007 Beta 2 already counted, Microsoft has put up a Web-based preview of its new office suite to reach even more potential customers. The online "test drive" features 18 product-specific tutorials and covers most Office system client applications and servers.\n\nThe preview allows users to try out Office 2007 components directly, or be guided through walk-through tours of the various new features of each product. Additionally, pre-populated data enables users to test new server functionality from SharePoint and Project Server." --  excerpt from betanews.com
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Microsoft, intel, or mac. Yes. Trust me, i've done that before.
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THROW THE MAC OUT THE WINDOW AND GET A COMPUTER WITH MICROSOFT FAST BEFORE IT TAKES OVER YOUR BRAIN!!!!!
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It depends on what you mean by "new software"...\nThere is a new OS (Operating System) that is to be officially released by Microsoft by the end of the year; Vista...There is also a new Office to be released too...\n\nHope I answered your questions...