Microsoft word, powerpoint, entourage... etc. NOT WORKING???

I can't get into any of my microsoft programs (Powerpoint, Word, Entourage, etc.)
When I click on it I get a "Microsoft Error Reporting" that says it "has encountered a problem and needs to close"... I used to be able to get into any of these programs just fine and all of a sudden none of them are working.
Has this happened to anyone else or does anyone know what the problem is?

Please post questions regarding Microsoft Office on Microsoft's own forums for their Mac products:
http://www.officeformac.com/productforums

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