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Word
In the new Read Mode, text reflows automatically in columns for easier on-screen reading
Fewer menus means more focus on your content - see only the tools you need, when you need them
Open a PDF in Word, and edit content just as if you created it in Word
Show your style by using Word templates in more than 40 categories
Excel
Each workbook has its own window, making it easier to work on two workbooks - or two monitors - at once
New functions in the math and trig, statistical, engineering date and time, lookup and reference, logical, and text function categories
The new Recommended Charts button lets you pick from a variety of charts that are right for you data
OneNote
Smoothly draw, erase, and edit with your finger, stylus, or mouse on any touch-capable device
OneNote automatically converts your handwriting to text, so no worries about your handwriting
The new Send to OneNote tool makes it easier to include documents or Web pages in your notebooks
PowerPoint
Presenter View allows you to see your notes on your monitor while the audience only sees the slide
Smart Guides automatically appear when your objects are close to even, and tell you when objects are spaced evenly
Support for more multimedia formats, such as .mp4 and .mov, more high-definition content, and more built-in codecs
Required Processor
1 gigahertz (Ghz) or faster x86- or x64-bit processor with SSE2 instruction set
Required Operating System
Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, or Windows Server 2012
Required Memory
1 GB RAM (32 bit); 2 GB RAM (64 bit)
Required Hard Disk Space
3.0 GB available
Required Display
Graphics hardware acceleration requires a DirectX 10 graphics card and 1024 x 576 resolution
Required .NET Version
3.5, 4.0, or 4.5
Multi-touch
A touch-enabled device is required to use any multi-touch functionality. However, all features and functionality are always available by using a keyboard, mouse, or other standard or accessible input device. Note that new touch features are optimised for use with Windows 8.
Additional System Requirements
Some functionality may vary, based on the system configuration. Some features may require additional or advanced hardware or server connectivity.
