Microsoft has hidden the download link somewhat recently, which *could* mean, that this version will not be there forever.

It lacks the ability to save notebooks locally and all connections to MS Office like creating Outlook tasks but apart from that its the full OneNote 2016. There is still a free version of OneNote 2016 Desktop available for download. No you don't have to buy the Office package.

How do I install OneNote 2016 when my windows 10 computer already has the 'normal' less good OneNote installed? Do I have to buy the Office package to get OneNote 2016 or are there other ways of getting it.

If you’re using a recent version of Microsoft Office together with Windows 10, you’ve probably noticed more than one version of OneNote on your computer or device.Download Mortal Kombat on this page. This article provides information about the difference between the two Windows versions of OneNote. OneNote 2016 is the desktop version of OneNote that was originally released as part of Microsoft Office 2016. It runs on all currently supported versions of Windows and can be used independently or as part of Microsoft Office 365 or Office 2019. You can download OneNote 2016 for free, or install it as part of Office. Starting in March 2020, when you install Office 365 or Office 2019, the OneNote desktop app will be installed alongside the Word, PowerPoint, and Excel desktop apps. To use the OneNote 2016 desktop app, click the Start button, type onenote 2016 on your keyboard, and then click OneNote 2016 in the search results. OneNote for Windows 10 (simply called “OneNote”) is designed to feel natural with any input method - from mouse and keyboard on a traditional PC, to pen and touch on mobile devices.

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