People also ask, is Microsoft Office worth paying for?
Buying a Microsoft Office subscription will be unavoidable for those who have a lot of more complex files to create and edit, like students or professionals. But if you need software for light word processing and data entry then we would recommend switching to the Google Docs Suite.
Similarly, why is Windows 10 still so expensive? A Lot Of Companies Use Windows 10
Companies purchase software in bulk, so they aren't spending as much as the average consumer would. Thus, the software becomes more expensive because it's made for corporate use, and because companies are accustomed to spending a lot on their software.
Thereof, why is Microsoft Windows so expensive?
Microsoft makes most of their Windows money from this OEM licensing and from enterprise licensing -- selling various versions to commercial enterprises. Retail sales to consumers are a small part of their revenue (which is one reason they can give away Win10 for free). Compare this to Apple.
Can I buy Microsoft without subscription?
You can buy standalone versions of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for Mac or PC. Go to the Microsoft Store and search for the app you want. You can also get a one-time purchase or a subscription version of Visio or Project, available for PCs only.
