You can start using applications before the entire suite is downloaded.
This blog post outlines how to use the Office C2R (Click-to-Run) Install tool to download and manage Microsoft Office versions from 2013 to 2024. This utility is a popular third-party alternative to the standard Office deployment tool, offering a streamlined interface for custom installations. What is Office C2R Install? office 20132024 c2r install latest 7777 r25 full