Microsoft 365 – the subscription / annual fee plan for Microsoft Office on Windows, Mac, iPhone, iPad and Android.
Includes Word 365, Excel 365, PowerPoint 365, Outlook 365 and many other ‘365’ programs, apps and services.
Microsoft 365 or Office on the MacBook Neo? What Mac Buyers Should Expect
Apple’s new budget MacBook Neo is aimed squarely at Windows users, and many will want to know how well Microsoft Office works on it. Should you choose Microsoft 365’s subscription apps or the stand-alone Office version for Mac? From compatibility and features to performance differences, here’s what MacBook Neo buyers should realistically expect when running […]
Need Outlook Help? Do This First to Fix Most Problems Fast
Struggling with Outlook issues? Before you contact support or post in a forum, take a few simple steps first. Save yourself and others time, frustration, and unnecessary back-and-forth when seeking technical support. Saying “Outlook” isn’t enough. People can’t help if they are only told “Outlook” is the problem because there are too many possible “Outlook”s. […]
Outlook (New) for Windows: What Microsoft Isn’t Telling You
The new Outlook for Windows is Microsoft’s big replacement for classic Outlook but it’s not the upgrade many users expect. Built on web technology, the new app changes features, removes long-standing tools, adds privacy concerns and shifts how email, calendars, and accounts are managed. Here’s what you really need to know about Outlook (New) for […]
How to Create Custom “Don’t” or Prohibited Symbols in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Whether it’s no smoking, talking, eating or whatever you can make your own ‘Prohibited’ or ‘Not Allowed’ symbol for serious or fun reasons. Whether you want to block a specific action in a document, presentation, or worksheet, Word, Excel and PowerPoint make it easy to design your own customized “Don’t” symbol. From combining shapes to […]
Three quick ways to get the APA Format in Microsoft Word
Creating an APA-formatted paper in Microsoft Word doesn’t have to be time-consuming. There are three ways to get a template with the correct margins and line spacing to formatting title pages, headings, and references. Where you can get the APA format in Microsoft Word so your academic papers look professional and comply with the latest […]
APA Basic Page Setup in Microsoft Word: Margins, Fonts, Spacing and More
Here’s a broad guide to the APA v7 formatting as it applies to Microsoft Word. Getting your APA formatting right starts with proper page setup. From 1-inch margins and approved fonts to double spacing and page headers, small details can make a big difference to your final grade or publication. The final arbiter of ‘correct […]
Three APA Formatting Traps in Microsoft Word That Ruin Academic Papers
Microsoft Word makes academic writing easier but it also hides some frustrating APA formatting traps. From automatic spacing errors to headers that don’t match APA guidelines, small Word defaults can quickly throw your paper off compliance. Here are three common APA formatting mistakes in Microsoft Word and how to fix them before submission. In Three […]
Microsoft Copilot Bug Read Confidential Emails Without Permission
Microsoft has confirmed a significant bug in its Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat feature that allowed the AI to access and summarize confidential emails without proper authorization, even when Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies and sensitivity labels were in place. The flaw, persisted for weeks and highlights growing concerns about privacy and AI-driven data exposure in […]
Classic Outlook Bug Makes Your Mouse Pointer Vanish
If you’ve been staring at your screen wondering why your mouse pointer disappeared inside classic Outlook or other Microsoft 365 apps for Windows, you’re not imagining things and you’re not alone. Microsoft has finally confirmed a bug that causes the mouse pointer to simply vanish as you move it around Outlook’s interface. Microsoft takes two […]
Microsoft 365 “Kill Switch” Publisher Stops After October 2026
Microsoft is set to permanently disable Publisher 365 for Microsoft 365 subscribers on October 13, 2026, not just end support, with a hard “kill switch” that will block opening or editing .pub files after that date. This aggressive move means the desktop publishing tool will stop functioning entirely for subscription users, a major shift from […]
Microsoft Publisher Ends in October 2026 – Key Dates, Alternatives & How to Keep .pub Files
Microsoft Publisher will officially be discontinued in October 2026, marking the end of a decades-old desktop publishing tool used by millions. Depending on the Publisher version it will either stop working or keep running but without updates. If you rely on Publisher for newsletters, brochures, or other design projects, now is the time to prepare. […]
Fixing Outlook’s Annoying Feature: Microsoft Ends the “/” File Prompt
Microsoft is finally removing one of the most frustrating email-composition interruptions in Outlook for Windows. The automatic “/” Context IQ file suggestion, an intrusive prompt that often appears whenever users type a slash, is on the way out. Of course, Microsoft can’t admit it made a mistake and has ‘weasel words’ to explain the change. […]
How to Type the Square Root (√) Symbol in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Need to insert the square root symbol (√) in Microsoft Office? Whether you’re working in Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Outlook, there are several quick and easy ways to add √ to your document, spreadsheet or email. From keyboard shortcuts and Alt codes to Equation tools and symbol menus, here’s how to insert the square root […]
Word Security Bug Found “In the Wild”, Microsoft Patch Now Available
There’s now a fix for a Microsoft Word security bug that’s been actively exploited “in the wild,”. The flaw could allow attackers to execute malicious code through an opened Word document, putting unpatched systems at risk. Plus an important update to a core part of Windows 11 security is rolling out. The latest monthly dump […]
Math is now more inclusive in Microsoft 365
Microsoft 365 has added more accessiblity features into the Office Math or Equation part of Office. More keyboard shortcuts, better screen reading and paste options. These recent improvements in Microsoft 365 for communicating and collaborating with math were developed in collaboration with the DAISY Consortium, researchers, educators, instructional designers, and others who use math regularly. […]
Make stacked or vertical fractions in Microsoft Office
Creating clean, professional-looking stacked fractions in Microsoft Office is easier than many users realize, if you know where to look. The built-in Equation feature lets you insert vertical (stacked) and other fractions quickly, without hacks or manual formatting. Here’s the fastest and most reliable way to add proper mathematical fractions in Word, Excel or PowerPoint. […]
