There is nothing redeeming about this new version of Word. Ok, sure, they have a few nice changes here and there, but overall, this is nothing but a cheap update that is not-so-cheap on the checkbook. I don't know how Microsoft can get away with charging that much for basically doing nothing but "patching" a previous version.If you absolutely HAVE to have this product, I'd try to somehow obtain it through your employer's checkbook as a work-related write off. If you're unable to do that, just stick with Word 2000 or 1997. Most people don't notice the differences anyway, and most people just use it to write basic letters, memos, etc. If that's all you're doing, you don't need this. And unless you want to blow the price listed above, you don't need it either. You'll have much more fun and get much more satisfaction in taking those 3 Ben Franklin's and setting fire to them.