2. Using the Office Deployment Tool (ODT) for Click-to-Run (C2R)
This February 2018 release focused on refining user collaboration and fixing long-standing stability issues:
Once downloaded, run the installation command: setup.exe /configure configuration.xml . 3. Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC) Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC) Users reported that
Users reported that this build specifically improved reliability when syncing large Gmail mailboxes.
To choose between or 64-bit versions, click Other options before clicking the final install button. Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC) Users reported that
Included stability fixes for Project and Skype for Business, addressing issues where the applications would hang during specific conferencing or baseline tasks. Re-Downloading and Installing Office 2016
Obtain the official tool from the Microsoft Download Center . Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC) Users reported that
Improved transparency in meeting responses, allowing users to see attendee status even if they are not the meeting organizer.
was a significant update released in February 2018 for the Monthly Channel. This build introduced several productivity-focused features and critical non-security fixes for applications like Outlook, Project, and Skype for Business.
While it is no longer the latest version—and extended support for most Office 2016 editions ended on —many users still seek this specific build for its stability or compatibility with older workflows. Key Features and Fixes in Build 9029.2167
