Microsoft Word for Mac?

Is there even a difference between the Mac versions of the Microsoft word. Between professional and student? And I checked CompUSA's website, and it used to cost about $100, now it's about $220. And also, my Mac had a free version of it (which I used), and it keeps offering for me to buy it online. Is that a good investment? Because what if my computer crashes do I have to spend another $100 to redownload it, since it's not on a physical disc, it's off the internet?

Microsoft Word for Mac?avast

I bought mine when I bought my new imac but it was $149 and it comes with entourage, powerpoint, Word , Excel, MSN messenger. I believe it was a good investment in my case. I got the Student and teacher edition because I didn't need no more than just powerpoint, excel and word. the proffesional and the student %26 teacher difference is that the pro has allot more stuff that is pretty much going to be useless if you are going to be using word the most. Pretty much like the vista stuff just cause you get the more expensive version don't mean you are going to use it all. Think about what your needs are and if it's even necessary to get the pro version. Oh and by the way I would suggest purchasing a phsycal copy not just a download. Because it kinda gives you peace of mind if you ever need to reinstall. Bestbuy sells it for mac and I'm sure compusa must also if not just go to apples website. Oh and by the way when you buy the software in the box it has the rights to install in up to 3 computers in your household.