I run Xl 97 (and later versions) under Windows XP
best wishes

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Bernard V Liengme
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"JP in VA" <ibjp@nospamplease.com> wrote in message
news:C9C6D265-6BAC-4A33-9D38-99C86EFC38B2@microsoft.com...
>I am still using an old version of Excel--from 2 computers ago. On my last
> computer, I was able to install this and it ran fine on Windows 98 SE.
> Now,
> my Windows 98 laptop is on it's last legs. So, I just ordered a new
> laptop
> and it comes with Windows XP Home. Will I be able to use Excel 97 on this
> new computter with no problem? I really hate to invest in the
> Professional
> Package ($200 plus) since I only use Excel for stuff like shopping lists,
> credit card charge summaries, etc. It is so nice to have this since it
> also
> syncs to my PDA. If anyone is familiar with this, I would also like to
> use
> an old PowerPoint and Access software as well.
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> JP in VA