Microsoft Office 2010 was a powerhouse in its day. It introduced the "Backstage View" and refined the Ribbon interface that many of us still love. However, if you are reinstalling an old copy or setting up a legacy machine, you might need to activate it online.

If you haven't already, install the suite from your original disc or digital download. Once the installation finishes, (like Word or Excel) unless prompted to activate.

Activate Office 2010 Online Direct

Microsoft Office 2010 was a powerhouse in its day. It introduced the "Backstage View" and refined the Ribbon interface that many of us still love. However, if you are reinstalling an old copy or setting up a legacy machine, you might need to activate it online.

If you haven't already, install the suite from your original disc or digital download. Once the installation finishes, (like Word or Excel) unless prompted to activate.