If Word 2003 is used while on the net then it is probably not as secure
as the latest versions but more than likely doing all that most users
require.
A way around the security aspect is to go off line prior to using Word
2003. Either turn off your modem, which can be a bit drastic sometines,
or obtain a RJ45 switch which can isolate your system from the netwhich
takes about as long as it takes to press a button on the device. About
the same time to reconnect to the net when finished.
I purchase mine on Ebay and cost around $10 delivered. It is a small box
which connects to the modem by cable one side and the computer on the
other side. Press a button and the circuit is connected to the web or
broken
Very useful for those times you don't want to turn off the computer for
maybe an hour or so but don't want it left on line either.
Neville.
On 23/05/2017 12:42 AM, Stan Gowin via Talk wrote:
Hi Don,
As with so many things in life, it depends. Microsoft will say that Office 2003
is no longer secure because they aren’t producing updates for it, some of which
might be developed to plug security holes. However, if you are a light user of
the product and don’t rely on features which “reach out” to the internet, you
are probably pretty safe. When you use Microsoft’s help features, or embed
links in your document, or use certain kinds of macros, you run the risk of
exposure on the internet.
Regards,
Stan
Sent from my Mac Mini
On May 20, 2017, at 7:26 PM, Don H via Talk <talk@lists.window-eyes.com> wrote:
I am currently using MS Office 2003 however Microsoft no longer supports or
updates this product so I am wondering if it is secure.
On 5/20/2017 6:19 PM, Dave via Talk wrote:
Nothing wrong with MS
Word 2003. It is my Favorite edition of MS Word, if I had to pick one.
Grumpy Dave
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