While 64-bit support was introduced earlier in version 15.25, version 16.9.0 solidified the modern architecture required for later macOS versions. 2. Key Features and Improvements

Introduced more chart types (such as Funnel charts) and improved support for pivot tables and complex formulas, making it more competitive with the Windows version.

Microsoft Office 2016 for Mac (Version 16.9.0) Microsoft Office 2016 for Mac reached a significant milestone with the release of on January 18, 2018. This version represented the first "Production" release of the Office 2016 for Mac suite that moved the underlying codebase to a shared architecture with Office for iOS and Windows, providing more consistent features across platforms. 1. Overview and Architecture

According to the Microsoft Lifecycle Policy , this version no longer receives security updates or technical support.

Improved collaboration tools, including better tracking of changes and a "New" tab for easier document creation.

Improved Google Calendar and Contacts support, allowing for better synchronization for users outside the Exchange ecosystem. 3. System Requirements and Compatibility At the time of its release, version 16.9.0 required: Operating System: macOS 10.10 (Yosemite) or later.