Re: Where to download XP Home?

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"Talahasee" <Talahass@xxxxxx> wrote in message
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> On Sun, 22 Jan 2006 08:09:51 -0800, "Vagabond Software"
> <vagabondsw-X-@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
>>"UsedLaptopGuy" <UsedLaptopGuy@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
>>news:079CC27B-EDCF-4467-8F1D-5187C3CB5E38@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>>>I just purchased a used laptop from a friend and need to reinstall
>>>Windows
>>>XP
>>> home. As expected, the guy I bought it from does not have the disk.
>>> The
>>> laptop came with XP Homeinstalledon it and has a label on the bottom
>>> with
>>> a
>>> key printed on it. Where can I download the install disc?
>>>
>>> Thanks!
>>
>>You don't want to install any Microsoft OS you can download. You need to
>>find a friend, relative, or co-worker that has a Windows XP Home Edition
>>OEM
>>CD. You might be able to re-install from that media, assuming it matches
>>the same Service Pack level as the version that shipped with the Laptop.
>
> I disagree with downloading or borrowing, and this is why.
>
> XP is now so cheap, anyone with $75 can purchase a legal
> copy off the www.
>
> And-- very likely-- the guy he purchased the puter from kept
> the install copy of XP. Meaning, there are now 2 guys with
> the same key.

Where the media comes from is completely irrelevant. As long as it matches
the distribution, edition, and service pack level (e.g. OEM, Home, SP1),
then he can install from any media and use HIS OWN Product Key listed on the
COA sticker.

carl


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