# MS Project software - trial version **URL:** \ **Category:** Factual Questions\ **Created:** [November 26, 2003, 8:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ms-project-software-trial-version/215449 "2003-11-26T20:34:08Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 6\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![LSLGuy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/lslguy/32/5813_2.png) [@LSLGuy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/LSLGuy)\ **Post date:** [November 26, 2003, 8:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ms-project-software-trial-version/215449/1 "2003-11-26T20:34:08Z")
I’m trying to locate a trial version of Microsoft Project, either 2002 or 2003 version, either Standard or Pro version. Microsoft’s product website shows trial versions available for $4.95, but you can’t actually order them; the catalog entry lacks a [add to cart] button which all the other products have. The part#s are H30-00216 for 2002 Pro & 076-02480 for 2002 Standard. I called their product order center and they said that was a time-limited promotion and I missed it by 4 days. Damn the bad luck. Google was no help either. If anyone has a suggestion on where to find it I’d appreciate it. If anyone already has this **trial** version and would be inclined to provide a copy I’d be very grateful and will donate a suitable sum in return for the libation of your choice. Note I’m NOT asking anyone anywhere to bootleg the actual expensive paid-for versions. Thanks in advance. ---
**Author:** ![BurnMeUp](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/91b2a8/32.png) [@BurnMeUp](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BurnMeUp)\ **Post date:** [November 26, 2003, 8:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ms-project-software-trial-version/215449/2 "2003-11-26T20:55:15Z")
Sometimes software stores and office stores also carry promotional trials. ---
**Author:** ![Chefguy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/chefguy/32/138_2.png) [@Chefguy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Chefguy)\ **Post date:** [November 26, 2003, 9:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ms-project-software-trial-version/215449/3 "2003-11-26T21:57:37Z")
We use MS Project on a daily basis and it is specified in our contracts for the contractors to use for their project schedules. It was originally developed for non-construction planning schedules, but has morphed into a decent construction program (and much cheaper than Primavera). What application are you thinking of using it for? Perhaps I can answer some questions you may have about it. ---
**Author:** ![LSLGuy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/lslguy/32/5813_2.png) [@LSLGuy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/LSLGuy)\ **Post date:** [November 26, 2003, 11:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ms-project-software-trial-version/215449/4 "2003-11-26T23:34:23Z")
Chefguy, I just need to learn to use the damn thing & I don’t want to spend $500 for the privilege. A 120-day trial version will let me get good enough with it that when my employer deploys it I can be ready to rock & roll. ---
**Author:** ![Chefguy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/chefguy/32/138_2.png) [@Chefguy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Chefguy)\ **Post date:** [November 28, 2003, 7:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ms-project-software-trial-version/215449/5 "2003-11-28T19:11:04Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by LSLGuy \* > \*\*Chefguy, > > I just need to learn to use the damn thing & I don’t want to spend $500 for the privilege. > > A 120-day trial version will let me get good enough with it that when my employer deploys it I can be ready to rock & roll. \*\* Is there a training facility in town that teaches Microsoft programs? You can usually find a one-day seminar that will give you all the basics and won’t bust your bank account. ---
**Author:** ![LSLGuy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/lslguy/32/5813_2.png) [@LSLGuy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/LSLGuy)\ **Post date:** [November 28, 2003, 10:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ms-project-software-trial-version/215449/6 "2003-11-28T22:46:58Z")
Thanks for the suggestion. I ordered a MS Press how-to book which includes the trial version on CD. That ought to solve both problems for $35.