There are no more security updates or bug fixes, leaving your data vulnerable to threats. Recommendation:

Many third-party sites offer "精简版 (Lite versions)" – stripped-down copies missing Access, Publisher, or Outlook. While they install faster, they often break Windows Update and cause registry errors that cannot be fixed without a full OS reinstall.

Unlike Microsoft 365, which requires a monthly or yearly subscription, Office 2016 is a "perpetual" product. You pay once (via a product key) and own it forever. This appeals to budget-conscious Chinese students and small business owners.

: If you already own a license, the safest method is to sign in to your Microsoft Account Dashboard. Navigate to the Services & Subscriptions section to find your product and select the installation options, where you can often choose "Chinese" as the preferred language.

A: Home & Student includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote. Professional Plus adds Outlook, Publisher, and Access. The Chinese Professional Plus version is typically only available via Volume Licensing for companies.