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Get instant access to the Microsoft Office Web Apps preview

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On September 21, 2009, 3:47 PM

LiveSide.net shows how to get instant access to the technical preview of Microsoft Office Web Apps -- the software-giant's answer to Google Docs. The otherwise invite-only preview launched a few days ago and has limited functionality, but if you're itching to check out the upcoming service, now may just be your opportunity.

The process is quite simple. Begin by logging into Windows Live SkyDrive (readers note that non-English users might need to change their language before continuing). Then upload at least one Office document to your SkyDrive's Documents/My Documents folder, which should present a "Join our preview program" link. Naturally, click on that, accept the license agreement and voilą, the Office Web Apps Technical Preview will be enabled.


Mileage seems to vary based on user feedback, but give it a shot and let us know how it goes. Head over to LiveSide for a detailed step-by-step post with images.

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  1. September 21, 2009 5:29 PM
    Guest said:

    yes, it worked.

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  2. September 22, 2009 7:28 AM
    mrworkrate said:

    Worked for me - keep in mind it is very limited with only Excel and Powerpoint active at this time. Word is coming later though.

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  3. September 22, 2009 8:13 AM
    Punkid said:

    worked for me too

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  4. September 22, 2009 12:14 PM
    Guest said:

    10x it's really works. Had to change to English and than back but after it, it works perfectly... with the limitations of the preview of course, but it works. Even the menu in Windows Live's environment works in my language and not in english. Cool and looks good... but it's nothing 'till the Word stuff will be playable

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