Still have that .edu mailing address, buy Office!
Microsoft re-introduced its "Ultimate Steal" program, offering students (but in reality, anyone with a .edu address) its Office Ultimate 2007 package for $59.95, which goes for $680 on retail shelves.
For alumni, a good reason to still keep that .edu mailing address.
However
Under Terms and Conditions:
"Individual must be a student at a U.S. educational institution and must be actively enrolled in at least 0.5 course credit and be able to provide proof of enrollment upon request. Microsoft or an appointed vendor may contact you to verify that you are a current student. If documentation is not provided indicating that you are a current student, you will be liable to reimburse Microsoft for the difference between what you paid and the estimated retail price of the software."
A risk to take? Apparently, Microsoft have done similar offerings in the past. Is it enforceable? Would they contact every .edu address? It's $679.95 / $539.95 for standard retail / upgrade, which is seriously overpriced. Quite a bargain for a student, but for regular customers, how can they justify such a high price?
Also, what happens if you did buy the software and want to get a refund? Their "Ultimate Steal" policy states no refunds will be given.
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