What Are Microsoft Office Applications?
Microsoft Office includes the suite of productivity apps used by County employees for day-to-day work. These applications are installed on County computers and included with your Microsoft 365 license.
This entry covers Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Access, and Publisher. Click here for services related to Microsoft Outlook.
Who Uses This Software?
All County employees use Office applications to create documents, analyze data, prepare presentations, manage notes, and build simple forms.
Included Applications
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Word: Create and edit documents, letters, and reports
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Excel: Work with spreadsheets, formulas, charts, and data
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PowerPoint: Build and present slideshows and visual content
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OneNote: Take notes, organize content, and collaborate
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Access: Create small databases, forms, and reports (Windows only)
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Publisher: Design flyers, brochures, and layout-driven documents (Windows only)
Common Uses at the County
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Creating reports, letters, or mail merges in Word
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Using Excel for data entry, formulas, and charts
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Building training slides or project presentations
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Drafting simple forms in Publisher
How Do I Get This Software?
Microsoft Office applications are pre-installed on all County devices. If an app is missing, contact the IT Service Desk to request installation.
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