Files claiming to be this small are usually "portable" versions or heavily modified installers that pose several risks:
You can install full Office 2016 (3.5GB), then use Windows 10/11’s built-in Compact.exe tool to compress the folder without breaking functionality. This can shrink Office to nearly 1.8GB while keeping all features intact. It’s safe, reversible, and free.
Look for repacks by well-known, trusted scene groups (like or Republic —though always verify safety). A legitimate "lite" version of Office 2016 usually includes:
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