Re: Windows XP license legal question

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Wouldn't all this depend on the version of the XP OS he is using? XP Pro
allows for more than one installation on multiple computers and for laptops
the EULA gets even more complicated as (to the best of my knowledge) a laptop
user can install one additional copy to a PC meant to be a 'docking'
workstation (or mothership) for the laptop.

But as mentioned already, unless you're a lawyer, all the various EULA's and
its rampant jargon are easily misinterpreted but I do belive you need a
seperate lisence for each OS installed in connection with each VM installed
(you definately need one for VMSevers).

Best thing to do is read the EULA when you install it (I couldn't find on
online) or contact Microsoft customer support.




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Brandon Dub., TO canada, Shell ''explorer''


"John Barnett MVP" wrote:

VMWare may be running on the same piece of hardware but, legally, it could
be argued that, as VMWare (and Microsoft Virtual Machine) have their own
boot up sequences and BIOS, and that the second 'system' has to
theoretically be booted, it could be classed as another machine and
therefore require a seperate licence. That is the way I look at the issue.
Whether Microsoft would agree or not is another matter. The only way to find
out is call Microsoft Customer Service and ask.

While I have used Microsoft Virtual machine i haven't installed a copy of XP
that was already in use on the same machine. Licencing is extremely complex
and Microsoft don't actually help by not spelling the legal requirements out
in plain English.

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John Barnett MVP
Associate Expert
http://xphelpandsupport.mvps.org

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<xp_newbie@xxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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I recently purchased a brand new laptop with a genuine Windows XP
license (it has the holographic sticker with the product key in the
bottom). Now I want to install VMWare so that I can run multiple
virtual machines on the same laptop (at least another instance of
Windows XP).

My question is simple: Do I need another license for that? Please note
that it will be running on the same exact piece of hardware
(concurrently).

Thanks,
Alex



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