It means you need service pack 3 for windows 2000
http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000...3/default.mspx
it might be that there are certain files in 2000 that need to be updated
before you can install the trial version of office.
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"Crystal" wrote in message
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Im starting classes on monday and I need microsoft word. I tried to
download
the trial version of office 2003 but Im running windows 2000 and it says I
need a service pack 3. Is there a way I can get word with out having to
upgrade to XP?