Office LTSC 2024: What you need to know about the new release

October 7, 2024

On October 1, 2024, Microsoft released Office LTSC 2024, the latest version of the classic Office suite for organizations that use devices that cannot accommodate frequent updates or an internet connection. LTSC (Long Term Servicing Channel) is designed for environments where systems need to operate for extended periods without changes or new functionalities, such as in industrial processes or on specialized machines. Discover the new features of the latest version of Office here.

What is Office LTSC 2024?

Office LTSC 2024 is the successor to Office LTSC 2021 and offers an Office suite without the constant updates characteristic of cloud solutions like Microsoft 365. LTSC does not receive new functionalities after the initial release, ensuring a predictable work environment. Microsoft provides five years of support for Office LTSC 2024, according to the standard lifecycle policy for LTSC versions.

Available editions of Office LTSC 2024

Office LTSC 2024 is available in three editions:

  • Office Professional Plus
  • Office Standard
  • Office for Mac

Additionally, new versions of Visio and Project are also available. While LTSC does not receive new features after release, it includes several improvements that have already been implemented in Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise and Business, such as performance enhancements and a modernized interface.

Price increase

With the release of Office LTSC 2024, there is a 10% price increase compared to the LTSC 2021 version. This is an important consideration for companies looking to acquire this version.

Who is Office LTSC 2024 suitable for?

Office LTSC 2024 is particularly suitable for organizations that use devices that cannot accept new functionalities or need to operate offline for long periods. This applies, for example, to industrial production environments.

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