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3.5 out of 5 Mice, Jan 16, 2008

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Pros

Improved citation and bibliographic tools
New Publishing Layout view
Elements Gallery makes adding graphics, charts, and other elements easy
Streamlined new interface
Refined preferences tools

Cons

Formatting Palette may outgrow even large screens
Scroll wheels don’t work in Formatting Palette
No Visual Basic support
Limited support for AppleScript and Automator

Software Details

Company:Microsoft
OS compatibility:10.4.9 (Tiger), 10.5 (Leopard)
Processor compatibility:Universal
Price when rated:$400 as part of Office 2008, upgrade $240; home and student version, $150; Special Media Edition (includes Expression Media), $500, upgrade $300

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