Microsoft Office 2016 15.38.0 Vl Today
Microsoft Office 2016 version is a specific update for the macOS suite, released on September 12, 2017. The " VL " designation stands for Volume License , indicating it is intended for business or institutional use rather than individual retail . Technical Specifications Version Number : 15.38.0 (Build 17091200) Release Date : September 12, 2017 Platform : macOS (requires OS X 10.10 or later) License Type : Volume License (VL) Serializer Architecture : 64-bit Core Components
: Uses a specific "Serializer" package provided by Microsoft to authenticate the software on multiple machines.
: Unlike Office 365, VL versions do not require a user account for activation. Microsoft Office 2016 15.38.0 VL
: Addressed vulnerabilities where remote attackers could execute code via crafted Office files.
This update applies to the standard suite of Office applications: : Word processing and document creation Excel : Spreadsheets and data analysis PowerPoint : Presentation software Outlook : Email, calendar, and task management OneNote : Digital note-taking Key Features & Improvements Microsoft Office 2016 version is a specific update
: Minor fixes for formula calculations and table formatting. Volume License (VL) vs. Retail The "VL" version is unique because of how it is activated:
: Because it no longer receives security updates, it is highly recommended to upgrade to a newer version (Office 2021 or Microsoft 365) to protect against modern cyber threats. : Unlike Office 365, VL versions do not
The 15.38.0 release focused heavily on security and stability rather than major feature overhauls: