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Microsoft to Brick Office 2019 for Mac
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Bryan Lunduke
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June 4, 2026, 1:47 p.m.
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Software Licensing
Microsoft Office
User Rights
Summary
Microsoft plans to disable all purchased copies of Office 2019 for Mac, despite these being marketed as 'permanent' licenses, causing significant backlash among users.
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