Microsoft Office 2016 Professional Plus Key GLOBAL

Microsoft Office 2016 Professional Plus | The Reliable Standard

Release

• Official Release Date: September 22, 2015

• License Type: Perpetual / Lifetime (One-time purchase for 1 PC)

• Platform: Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8/8.1, Windows 10, and Windows 11

Microsoft Office 2016 Professional Plus: Collaboration Refined

Microsoft Office 2016 Professional Plus was a pivotal release that focused on making collaboration and teamwork significantly easier. While it retained the familiar look of Office 2013, it introduced "Modern Attachments" in Outlook and real-time co-authoring in Word, allowing multiple people to work on the same document simultaneously. It remains highly popular today for its stability and its "Tell Me" feature, which acts as a powerful search bar to help users find specific functions without digging through complex ribbons.

Security Note: As of October 14, 2025, this version has reached its official End of Life (EOL). It will no longer receive security updates, bug fixes, or technical support from Microsoft. While the software will continue to function, it is increasingly vulnerable to new security threats.

Key Applications & Features

• Microsoft Word 2016: Introduced real-time typing (see what others are typing as it happens) and the "Smart Lookup" feature powered by Bing.

• Microsoft Excel 2016: Debuted 6 new chart types (including Box & Whisker, Waterfall, and Pareto) and built-in Power Query integration.

• Microsoft PowerPoint 2016: Added the "Ink Equations" tool and improved the "Screen Recording" feature for educational content.

• Microsoft Outlook 2016: Introduced "Clutter" to help prioritize important emails and "Modern Attachments" that automatically pull from OneDrive.

• Microsoft Access 2016: Provided updated templates and a more refined UI for building custom relational databases.

• Skype for Business: Fully integrated into the suite (replacing Lync) for professional IM, video calls, and screen sharing.

• Publisher & OneNote: Standard desktop publishing and digital note-taking tools included as part of the Pro Plus bundle.

Microsoft Office 2016 Professional Plus FAQ

• Q: Is Office 2016 a one-time payment?

  • A: Yes. It is a perpetual license. You pay once and own that specific version for the life of your hardware.

• Q: Does it work on Windows 11?

  • A: Yes, Office 2016 is fully compatible with Windows 11, though you must ensure you have installed all available updates up until the October 2025 EOL date.

• Q: Can I still activate it after October 2025?

  • A: Yes, existing product keys can still be activated over the internet or via telephone, as the activation servers usually remain active for years after support ends.

• Q: What is the "Tell Me" feature?

  • A: It is a search box at the top of the ribbon. Instead of looking for "Insert Table," you simply type "table" into the box, and it provides the command directly.

How to Install and Activate

1. Clean Up: Uninstall any trial versions of Office or newer versions (like 365) to prevent licensing "clashes."

2. Mount/Run: Open your installation media (DVD or ISO file) and run Setup.exe.

3. Activation: Once installed, open Word. You will be prompted for your 25-digit product key.

4. Final Update: Since support has recently ended, it is critical to go to File > Account > Update Options > Update Now to ensure you have the very last security patches released in October 2025.