Is this the same as the disc version and does it include free e-filing?
1664430
I just downloaded it. It does include the 5 free federal efiles. When downloading, make sure you get the Key Code. That will allow the free efiles.
1145363
Yes for a trial period only. When I purchased this computer I already had the Microsoft Office disc.
2250006
My first answer of NO seems to have been published without my additional comment of : 'Not that I'm aware of. It is a simple copier: whatever is on the master CD/DVD is directly copied to the blank.'
752343
Scandall 2.01 is included in the one I have - doesn't say premium. Not sure of the additional software as disks and docs are stored in different location. Can say that the scanner is flawless, as well as the included software.
1296633
No it is only a trial version of Office that is included. I think it was 30 days free use, then an option to purchase the software will be available, and is very easy to activate the full program.
1282080
Yes, it includes 1 personal state download, and unlimited business state downloads. Problem is only with business state reurns in that they can be downloaded but not efiled. Personal state can be efiled if you want (for extra charge.)
1335045
No. But you can easily download the FREE "Open Office" or "Libre Office" which are just as good.
1001130
I'm interested in the answer to this as well. I've always bought the cd version thinking it's the only way I can share with family members. (I believe it's up to 3 filings)? Would the 'download' version allow for this too?
774477
Yes, they are the same thing. If not it would update for free to be the same, but if I remember right, when I bought it it was all up to date. It's totally worth the buy imo
1899815
Office is pre installed but a trial version with option to purchase. No discs. No OS cd. It can be upgraded.
374336
There is no difference between the two versions. I ordered the CD because if something happens to my computer or Final Draft on my computer I could more easily reload the program.
1165115
I typically purchase the disc version over the download version for this very reason. I install it, and then pass it on to my brother and sister who who it for both of their families. Since it has 5 federal e-files included, we all e-file at no cost (and still have 2 e-files remaining that go unused). When you pass on the disc you will need to also provide them the Key Code that came in the box as this is what is used to determine how many e-files you have lest. We have been doing this for the past 3 or 4 years.
374338
None really, I've had both and never found any real pros or cons, to each his on I guess. The download can be re-issued without cost in the event of loss of data (don't let anyone tell you otherwise) so the only real benefit of the CD is an actual hard copy. But saying that the program itself is tiny so, a disk copy has always been overkill to me. I keep a mobile version on my USB at all times, so a hard copy gives me nothing.
401849
If it is installed, it's a trail version. Nothing is free from Microsoft. I have purchased the product and when you do that you get the key. There are various versions and some aren't that expensive.
1165118
This response is for the actual software shipped to you and NOT the download which *might* work differently. ~~ In previous years, I have used the software to file my own taxes and then passed it to a friend who also used it for her own taxes, including using the efile. (I never registered the product with H&R Block and she even has a different address than me.) I have not finished my taxes for this year yet, but if the previous years are any indication, then it *should* work again the same way. I find no indication that they have limited the e-files so that only ONE user can use them, i.e., nothing on the box or in the material says that.
1073691
yes, disc is included and easy to use, excellent images, I use it regularly.
1063267
No, but they give you a free link to get it from them so you can get the software no problem for no extra charge.