Microsoft is planning its first public demonstration of Office 12 for Friday to show off improved forms capabilities in the next version of its flagship productivity software.

The software maker has talked about its broad goals for the next version of Office, but had yet to talk in detail about the specific features that will be added to the release. Office 12's beta is scheduled for release this fall, and the product is set to go on sale in the second half of next year.

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