How to install and activate Office Home & Business 2024

This blog details the system requirement 、download、 installation and activation process for Office Home & Business 2024

1. Product Overview of Office Home & Business 2024

Office Home & Business 2024 is a productivity suite released by Microsoft, which includes the following core applications:

Word: Word processing software used for creating documents, reports, letters, etc.

Excel: A powerful data analysis and processing tool, widely used in finance, statistics, and various other fields.

PowerPoint: Presentation software used for creating multimedia presentations.

Outlook: An email client combined with scheduling, contacts, and other business-related functionalities, widely used in corporate environments.

OneNote: A note-taking tool designed for both personal and team collaboration.

This version is designed for home and small business use, providing stability, security, and an efficient working experience.

2. System Requirements for Office Home & Business 2024

Ensure your device meets the following requirements for a smooth installation and use of Office Home & Business 2024:

Operating System:

Windows 11, Windows 10, or newer versions

macOS 10.14 (Mojave) or later

CPU:

Windows: 1.6 GHz or faster, dual-core processor or higher

macOS: Apple M1 or Intel processor

Memory:

Windows: 4 GB RAM or higher

macOS: 4 GB RAM or higher

Disk Space:

Windows: 4 GB of available hard disk space

macOS: 10 GB of available hard disk space

Display:

Windows: Resolution of 1280x768 or higher

macOS: Resolution of 1280x800 or higher

Other Requirements:

A Microsoft account is required for activation and use.

Internet connection: Required for installation and activation.

3. Installation Method Guide

To ensure you download a legitimate and safe copy of Office Home & Business 2024, it is recommended to download directly from the official Microsoft website:

1. Visit the Microsoft Official Website

Open your browser and go to the Microsoft Official Website.

On the homepage, click the Sign in button in the top-right corner. If you don't have a Microsoft account, you can create one here.

2. Log in and Choose Your Product

After logging in, type “Office 2024” or select “Microsoft 365” in the search bar at the top of the website.

From the search results, select the version that suits you, for example, Office Home & Business 2024.

On the product page, click the Buy now button.

3. Complete Your Purchase and Start Downloading

After completing the purchase, you will be redirected to the product download page.

On the download page, click the Download button to begin downloading the Office installation package.

4. Install Office 2024

Step 1: Start the Installation

Once the download is complete, locate the downloaded Office 2024 installation file (it will be in .exe format).

Double-click the installation file to begin the installation process.

Step 2: Agree to the License Terms

The Office Setup window will appear. First, you will need to accept the Microsoft Software License Terms to proceed with the installation.

Carefully read the License Agreement and click Accept to continue.

Step 3: Choose Installation Location

You’ll be prompted to choose where you want to install Office. You can either:

Use the default installation location (recommended).

Or click Change to select a different folder if you prefer to install it elsewhere. (Ensure there’s enough available disk space in the selected location).

Step 4: Begin the Installation

After selecting the location, click Install to begin the installation process.

The installation will now begin, and it may take several minutes, depending on your internet speed and system performance.

Tip: You can minimize the installation window and continue working on other tasks while the installation progresses.

Step 5: Wait for the Installation to Complete

Wait for the progress bar to finish. Once installation is complete, the setup window will display a message confirming that the installation was successful.

Click Close to exit the installer.

5. Activate Office 2024

Step 1: Open an Office Application

Once the installation is complete, open any Office application, such as Word or Excel.

Step 2: Sign in with Your Microsoft Account

The Activation screen will appear, asking you to sign in with your Microsoft account.

If you already have an account, enter your login credentials (email and password) and click Sign In.

If you don’t have a Microsoft account, click Create one to set up a new account.

Step 3: Enter Product Key (if prompted)

If this is your first time installing Office and it prompts you to enter a 25-character product key, you can find this key in the confirmation email or the packaging of your product.

Enter the product key in the provided field and click Next.

Step 4: Complete Activation

After signing in and/or entering the product key, Office 2024 will activate automatically.

Once activated, you will see a confirmation message, and you will have full access to all the features of Office 2024.

Step 5: Start Using Office 2024

You are now ready to start using Office 2024! Open any application (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) to begin your work.

4. Conclusion

By following the above steps, you should have successfully installed and activated Office Home & Business 2024. If you encounter any issues during the installation process, feel free to contact IT support, and we will be happy to assist you!