Microsoft still updates its Office suite on a regular basis – the most recent being Office 2016, which can be bought from the Microsoft Store for around £120.īut buying a ‘copy' of Office isn't the only option around. In return for a wedge of cash, you got a box with an installation disc inside and a handful of applications you could use on your PC for as long as you liked, or until you wanted to update to a more recent version. Not so long ago, using Microsoft Office couldn't be simpler. The reasons why you should buy Office 2019 or Office 365 will depend on your situation, as well as experience. Various versions of Microsoft Office that contain different features and have been designed to work with modern operating systems. Microsoft Office is one of the best productivity tools used in homes and offices around the world.