Foreign Languages on a MacBook

Hi,
I'm from the small country Denmark, and I'm going to the states here in a little while. I noticed the prices on MacBooks are much cheaper over there, so I'm thinking of buying one while visiting. I have a few questions though.
- Can I buy it with my language (Danish) in the OS?
If yes, will that cost extra?
- Does it have Microsoft Word, Excell and stuff like that on it as default?
If yes, will it have my language to? Or would I have to buy that seperately?
- Will I be able to switch the keyboard with a Danish one?
Thanks for your time!
-Anders

Can I buy it with my language (Danish) in the OS?
If yes, will that cost extra?
Mac OS X is inherently multilanguage. When you first set up the system, it will ask what language you wish to use. I believe that Danish is in that initial list, though I'm not certain.
Does it have Microsoft Word, Excell and stuff like that on it as default?
No. There will be a trial version of Microsoft Office 2004 (which has some functions such as printing disabled and runs only for a limited time), but if you want Office, you'll have to purchase it.
If yes, will it have my language to? Or would I have to buy that seperately?
Danish language support is included in Microsoft Office 2004. For specifics, you'll want to check with Microsoft.
Will I be able to switch the keyboard with a Danish one?
I don't think so. I know that the Apple Stores and other dealers won't stock systems with other-language keyboards, and to the best of my knowledge you can't order them in the US either, though I could be wrong.
My advice is to just buy your system in Denmark. Though the base prices may show as less expensive here, they usually don't reflect the sales taxes you have to pay (in some cases they can be around 8% of the amount of the purchase) and will not reflect any VAT or import duties that may be due when you bring the system back to your country.

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