WORD? vista the modification is not allowed because the selection is locked? Trial not expired yet?

Question

Its the 60 day trial, but it hasn't expired I just activated it 2 days ago.

Answer 1

The trial period is 60 days OR 25 uses.  Word puts up a verbose screen after the registration screen is bypassed with the remaining number of uses embedded in it.  It's easy to miss.

Like being hooked like a fish, isn't it?

If you have files that are locked up in the new Word 2007 file format (.docx), here’s a possibility for salvaging them.  Microsoft offers a free Compatibility pack that allows earlier versions of Word to read Word 2007 files.  If you have access to an earlier version, this can at least give you back your documents.

On the other hand, if you’re interested in buying Word, check out this URL, especially the second group of listings.

http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/produc...

Note that the higher of the two prices quoted is for a full version of that program and the lower, for upgrades from existing software.  Read the list of upgrade-qualifying software carefully:  MS Works is often one, and may have come on your machine.

Further, if you're a student, you may qualify for the Student/Teacher edition of Office.

Good luck.