14 DAY TRIAL // Microsoft continues to remain committed to an initiative designed to make the Ultimate SKU of Office 2007 available for as little as $59.95. Furthermore, the software giant has kicked off a new phase for the campaign, with a strong focus on 12 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), as well as Hispanic student organizations across the U.S. Via the Ultimate Steal Promotion, students are able to buy Office 2007 Ultimate for just $59.95 (U.S.), nothing short of a steal, especially considering the estimated retail price of the solution: $679.95.
“At Microsoft, we understand the needs of the college and university student population in the U.S., and we want to provide students with the tools they need to succeed in their careers,” explained Naman Khan, worldwide product manager, Office Ultimate Steal. At the same time, the new phase of the ultimate deal campaign involves asking students and student-organizations to get involved in the promotion.
The Redmond company is welcoming participants in its affiliate program, promising that it will offer financial incentives for each sold copy of Office 2007 ultimate through the Ultimate Steal Promotion. Microsoft did not offer any of the financial deals associated with the Ultimate Steal Promotion. “The Ultimate Steal Promotion allows students to maximize their productivity and reach their full potential, at a fraction of the price they would otherwise pay at a retail store. These savings are especially important in today’s challenging economy.”
Alongside Office 2007 Ultimate, the Ultimate Steam promotion is also offering the (PRODUCT) RED flavor of the high-end edition of Windows Vista at a considerable discount. An upgrade license for Vista Ultimate (PRODUCT) RED with SP1 costs just $64.95.
“We like to provide Hispanic students in engineering the opportunity to have the latest software and technology for their studies, and Office Ultimate 2007 offers great solutions at a very affordable price,” said Frank Barragan, IT manager from SHPE. “We commend Microsoft for its continuous efforts to empower diverse communities with the right tools for a bright future.”