unable to launch office 2008

I downloaded and installed Office 2008's SP1. However, after applying the update, I can't open office applications anymore.

For instance, whenever I click on Entourage, I get the "Microsoft Office Setup Assistant" window, and it asks me whether I want to join the "Customer Experience Improvement Program". Whether I agree or not, it then takes me to the "Get Started with Microsoft Office 2008" screen, where it asks me whether I want to "Learn More" or "Register". Both choices launch my browser, and the window just stays there. If I click the "Finish" button at the bottom, it takes me to the "Microsoft AutoUpdate" screen, where it asks me whether I want manual or automatic updates. It does not matter which one I choose. I can click the "Check for Updates" button, and it tries to find the update. It duly reports back that there are no new updates. The window then closes.

If I try to open Word, Powerpoint, Excel, or Entourage, it gives me the same messages again.... is there any way I can fix this?

dukebound85 said:

this is a known issue with pirated copies after installing updates.....just saying

and no im not kidding. look it up on google

of course yours isnt pirated right lol

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hmm.... then would you happen to know where my emails are stored locally? I'd still like to retain a copy of them in the event that I reinstall office.