TechCrunch published an article which they later deleted for some weird unknown reason in which they stated that Microsoft Office might be free - add supported - starting next year. Here is what their original post said:
A secret tipster pointed us to a Credit Suisse report that posits that Microsoft is working hard on an ad-supported version of Microsoft Office. There will be two versions - one web-based and one for a desktop install - and both will have limited functionality compared to the full-bore suite. The plan is to create a version that is immune to piracy. Nigeria, for example, has a 92% piracy rate while the US is at 20%. Creating a free version would allow schools and average folk to enjoy an Microsoft Works-like environment while ensuring a steady stream of real revenue from larger IT shops.
TechCrunch published an article which they later deleted for some weird unknown reason in which they stated that Microsoft Office might be free - add supported - starting next year. Here is what their original post said:
