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Microsoft Office XP Training Course on CD
Have you been struggling with the programs found in Microsoft Office XP? This suite of applications is used extensively in the business world. Each product integrates with the others making your workload much easier - if you know what you're doing. Why struggle when you can master Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, and PowerPoint by watching Microsoft Office XP training videos?
Whether you prefer online Office XP training software or would rather have CDs installed on your computer is up to you. Either way, you can view the videos at your leisure and learn exactly what's involved with each application. Not only will you learn from an instructor who explains and demonstrates the software, you'll see each application in action. Nothing compares to seeing the steps played out before your eyes, especially when an instructor is also explaining what's going on.
The self-study Office XP training CDs install directly on your computer or laptop. This option is ideal for anyone who wants to learn Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and PowerPoint on their own terms. No Internet access is required. Instead, you decide when and where to learn. Simply install the courseware and watch videos whenever you have time to dedicate to your studies.
If you'd rather choose the online Office XP training software, you'll love the convenience. You get online access to the same detailed instructional videos without having to wait for CDs to arrive in the mail. You can get started learning right away!
No matter which format makes the most sense for you, you are in charge of the pace. You can take your time and watch the videos over and over or you can breeze through the course, skipping sections that you already know and focusing on the areas that matter the most to you. These videos are flexible enough to accommodate all learning styles! Learn the ins and outs of each of the major applications of Office XP without having to go to classes or wade through boring textbooks.
In fact, the self-paced Office XP computer based training videos are far superior to training manuals because you get to see the software in action - not just read about it. Books may have pictures showing you the Office interface and some of the key components but static images simply can't compare to full motion video. You'll love the convenience, flexibility, and results that these videos deliver - all at your command.
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Why Companies are Still Using Windows Office XP
Despite the fact that Microsoft retired mainstream support for their Office XP products in July 2006 and extended support is set to expire in 2011, many companies are still using Office XP over Office 2003 and 2007. Because significant numbers of companies continue to use Office XP and are likely to do so until extended support expires and perhaps beyond, Microsoft Office XP training remains a valid concern in the workplace.
Why haven't all companies adopted Office 2003 or 2007? While many have, others haven't seen the need to switch. Microsoft released Office XP released in 2001 with its individual applications designated as Word 2002, Excel 2002, etc. Office XP was launched in conjunction with the new Windows XP operating system. Switching over to new operating systems and Office suites represented a significant expense to companies and individual users alike.
No sooner had many companies adopted the XP technologies when Office 2003 was introduced. While Office 2003 offered two new applications (InfoPath and OneNote) and enhancements, many companies didn't see the need to upgrade to the new version and couldn't justify the expense of the upgrade or further Microsoft Office training.
Microsoft completely revamped Office 2007 as part of the move to the new Windows Vista family of operating systems. For those who have moved from Windows XP to Vista, the switch to Office 2007 has taken place. However, many companies are in no hurry to switch operating systems due to numerous concerns.
Not only does the switch to a new operating system represent a huge investment in software and hardware, it also involves a significant investment in training both at the IT level and the end-user level. The company's IT staff would need new certifications and users would need to learn both a new operating system and completely re-learn each of the Office applications. If the company had invested in Office XP training CDs, these would no longer be useful for training users because Office 2007 is dramatically different from earlier versions.
Further, if a company uses proprietary software or non-Vista compatible devices and applications, their current products aren't guaranteed to work with their new operating system. In fact, Microsoft allowed computer manufacturers to continuing offering the XP operating system as a "downgrade" option to Vista through June 2008. Businesses could buy new computers with XP rather than Vista for minimal disruption to their networks and business processes. They could also continue with their existing Microsoft Office XP training programs for their users.
Office XP remains popular in corporate environments despite the advances made since its introduction which means that end-users continue to benefit from investments made in self-study Office XP training videos. With extended support of Office XP lasting through 2011, an investment in Office XP training CDs will continue to pay off for many years to come.
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