Therefore, customers won't experience a sharp increase in download activity. Also, MAU can deliver a delta update when applicable to update a user from 32-bit to 64-bit applications. The update package size does not change between 32-bit and 64-bit versions. Depending on which version is installed on the local computer, MAU will offer either a delta or full update. Deployment options for the 64-bit update AutoUpdate (MAU)Ĭustomers who use Microsoft AutoUpdate (MAU) to keep their Office applications up-to-date will see a 'regular' monthly update notification when their selected channel is upgraded to 64-bit builds. This affects customers of all license types: Retail, Microsoft 365 for home, Microsoft 365 for business, and Volume License installations. Existing Office 2016 for Mac customers will be seamlessly upgraded to 64-bit versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote as part of the August product release (version 15.25).
