Re: xp_license

From: Ron Martell (ron.martell_at_gmail.com)
Date: 08/31/04


Date: Tue, 31 Aug 2004 04:48:24 GMT


"xp_license" <anonymous@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote:

>Can I purcase a license for XP Home OEM that can be
>downloaded, not mailed, from Microsoft or somew website
>that is trusted?

Additional licenses are only available for retail and multiple license
versions. OEM versions must be acquired as a complete package
(license plus CD) and you must also purchase some piece of computer
hardware as part of the same purchase.

If you need a license for a second computer, one that already has a
licensed version of Windows installed, then your best bet is to
purchase a Retail Upgrade version from one of the discount chains.
Their prices are generally lower than the price charged by Microsoft
for additional licenses.

Good luck

Ron Martell Duncan B.C. Canada

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