Beginners Guide to Microsoft Word (18 min)
Microsoft Word vs. Google Docs: A side-by-side comparison
Google Docs is better for light word processing that doesn't require complicated page layout, mail merge or other advance tools
Word is better if you need access to your documents without an internet connection or relying on outside servers
Google Docs is better for shared editing, especially if editors use different operating systems
Google Docs wins on price
Word has tons more features
My vote: Use both. Use Word when you need it's powerful features and use Google Docs when sharing is a higher priority.
Microsoft Excel vs. Google Sheets Comparison
Google Sheets is Free, but Excel has more functionality (although Google Sheet are catching Up)
Excel can handle larger quantities of data faster that Google Sheets
Google Sheets is better for collaboration and has a built- in revision history.
Google Sheets can be clunky to use compared to Excel
My vote: Again, use both. If you have a simple spreadsheet you need to share or track changes, use Google Sheets. Otherwise, use Excel if you can.
The Helpdesk is the official source for Microsoft 365 information and support, but here is what we know in Academic Technology. The Antioch University system has Microsoft 365 available for free for all currently active students. This version cannot be downloaded but is available for use online. If you prefer a downloadable version, you can purchase it through the Antioch University bookstore. That version is fully downloadable and you can continue to use it after you graduate. To take advantage of either opportunity please see instructions below:
Logging in to you Antioch Microsoft 365 Account:
Browse to www.office.com, click on "sign in"
Enter your AUeID number in email format (for example = 1234567@antioch.edu), click "next"
If prompted to select "Work or School Account" or "Personal Account" please select "Work or School Account"
Next, enter your standard AUeID password (the same that you use to log into AUDirect or Antioch gmail,), click on "Sign In"
If you need help, call the Helpdesk at 866-662-0056 or put in a Helpdesk ticket at helpdesk.antioch.edu