Re: activating windows

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From: Greg R (webworm12_at_yes.hotmail.com)
Date: 07/31/04 

Date: Sat, 31 Jul 2004 08:30:40 -0500

>Bruce. I have one. I can get you one in three different languages,
>English, German and Spanish from an MS authorised dealer. I called MS's
>activation center not once, nor twice but three times and three different
>operators told me the hardware tie-in was abandoned about three months ago.

Alias,
How many times did Kurttrail & others get different information each
time they called? Hmm? You may have got three people who didn’t
know any better.

If that was the case Microsoft would of released a public statement
on their website about-the hardware tie-in was abandoned about three
months ago and the xp oem would be able to transferred to a new
machine.

If this is also the case. People could also use the windows 98 oem
that didn't come with hardware or a coa. Or Just buy a coa and be
legal.

Just wait and see if your able to install xp sp2, when it comes out.

Greg R

>Please check your facts before calling someone a liar on the open Internet.
>With the hardware free OEMs, you don't get a box but you do get a little
>brochure FROM MICROSOFT that tells you how to install XP and the warranty. I
>also got a little sticker to put on my case with the Product Key.
>
>Note I said I called them so don't do like Jupiter and demand a web site for
>proof. If you want proof, pick up your phone.
>
>Alias
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