
Microsoft reboots Office
XML capabilities in Word, Excel, and InfoPath help bridge the gap between desktop documents and databases, and give enterprises a reason to upgrade
InfoPath makes Office shine
Office 2003 offers little to individual users, but XML features should wow IT shops
OneNote makes tablet sing
Microsoft’s audio and digital note-taking tool is useful even to sloppy scribblers
Microsoft's Office 'system' attacks collaboration from all sides
Office, Exchange, SharePoint, and Live Communications Server cover the bases, but present a patchwork to users and IT
SPS 2003 offers tight Office integration, easy personalization
SharePoint Portal Server 2003 has many collaboration advantages, but issues such as pricey licensing keep it from being everything it claims
Live Communications Server 2003 limits instant messaging to authorized users
Microsoft's release offers strong usability features with an eye to security




