A portable application is a software program that can be run from a removable storage device, such as a USB flash drive, without leaving any traces on the host system. Portable applications are useful for users who need to access their software and data on different computers or devices. However, not all applications are designed to be portable. Some applications may require installation, registration, activation, or configuration on the host system. Some applications may also depend on other components, such as libraries, drivers, or registry entries, that are not available on the host system.
Unfortunately, Microsoft Excel 2013 is not officially supported as a portable application. Microsoft does not provide a portable version of Excel 2013 or any other Office 2013 application. According to Microsoft's terms and conditions, users are not allowed to modify or redistribute Office 2013 applications without permission. Therefore, any attempt to create or use a portable version of Excel 2013 may violate Microsoft's intellectual property rights and licensing agreements.
However, there are some unofficial ways to run Excel 2013 portably. These methods are not endorsed by Microsoft and may have some limitations or risks. Users should exercise caution and discretion when using these methods and do so at their own responsibility. Here are some of the possible ways to run Excel 2013 portably:
Use an online installer: Microsoft offers an online installer for Office 2013 that allows users to download and install Office 2013 applications on demand. Users can sign in with their Microsoft account and select the applications they want to use. The online installer will download and install the selected applications temporarily on the host system. Users can then run the applications without needing a license key or activation. However, this method requires an internet connection and may take some time to download and install the applications. The applications will also be removed from the host system when the user signs out or closes the browser.
Use a virtual machine: A virtual machine is a software program that simulates a computer system within another computer system. Users can install and run different operating systems and applications on a virtual machine without affecting the host system. Users can create a virtual machine with Excel 2013 installed on it and save it as a file on a removable storage device. Users can then run the virtual machine file on any computer that has a compatible virtualization software installed. However, this method requires a valid license key for Excel 2013 and may consume more disk space and memory than a normal installation.
Use a third-party tool: There are some third-party tools that claim to create or convert Office 2013 applications into portable versions. These tools may use various techniques, such as extraction, compression, encryption, or emulation, to make Office 2013 applications run portably from a removable storage device. However, these tools are not authorized by Microsoft and may not work properly or reliably. These tools may also contain malware or viruses that could harm the host system or compromise the user's data. Users should be wary of these tools and scan them with an antivirus software before using them.
In conclusion, Microsoft Excel 2013 is not officially supported as a portable application. Users who want to use Excel 2013 on different computers or devices without installing it may have to resort to some unofficial methods that may have some drawbacks or dangers. Users should be aware of the risks and consequences of using these methods and respect Microsoft's terms and conditions.
References:
[What's new in Excel 2013]
[Microsoft Software License Terms (MSLT) for Microsoft Office Home & Student 2013 RT]
[Microsoft Office Online]
[VirtualBox]
[Office 2013 Portable - CNET Download]
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