How come I can buy windows xp professional for $39? Is store a  scam?
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I've seen this before on EBay. It's an OEM version (ships with a new computer system), so it just comes in the box. Some companies (IT departments) that get alot of computer systems passing through don't really need all of these "backup" disks laying around, and if they sneak out and appear on the internet, oh well. However, on EBay, to make it legal, they shipped the sofware with a working (or nonworking) junk piece of hardware, like an old memory stick so as not to violate license. However, in this case, who knows if they've already used the cd key to activate something.
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You can't - not legally anyway.  Plus if you could get your hands on a copy of windows professional that you did not own - it would be shut down quickly by windows new authentication service.  Bottom line - go buy it.
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No, not unless it's preloaded with a new system I buy and I can't get a discount by having it unloaded.  I have XP, it works fine, and unless I can get a license for Vista legally for no charge, I'll continue using XP or I'll put on Ubuntu instead.
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Try this link to see if your XP is a valid copy.  If it's not, I'd sure go back to that dealer and demand he make it right or you'll report him to Microsoft for selling pirated XP.  And I'd also demand the XP install CD as well.\n\nsupport.microsoft.com
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Simply call Microsoft and say that you have a counterfeit disk and that you are looking to become a legit user. I believe at one point Microsoft was willing to issue out legit copies of the OS (maybe a discounted price) to those who realized their system wasn't genuine. Aka... amnesty. \n\nMicrosoft doesn't want rogue unpatched systems out there hurting their products. That is why they are usually willing to work with you on obtaining a legal copy. It may or may not be free, but I am sure it will be discounted.\n\nOn a side note, you may also want to wait for Vista to come out. Whenever that is...
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If you have a pirated version of Microsoft Windows then your options are deffinately limited.  If you want it truely "Genuine" then you should purchase a product key through a licensed vendor.  Otherwise, you may be able to find what you're looking for on peer2peer networks such as kazaa, emule, limewire, etc...
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it can be done ...... but i am not going to incriminate myself online. if you look hard enough on "certain sites" you will get there. but i suggest you go genuine, that is something you shold have. a genuine operating system. or swap to win 2000 as it doesn;t need registering and is pretty much like xp but without all the fancy menus and stuff.. it's up to you. i have 2000 on my laptop and i also have genuine xp on my other two desktop pc's
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Most of the universities get the license for windows and let the students have their softwares at cheap rates. I got XP pro for $20.
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Hello Needy:\n\nThe pirated software you have is no good because it requires you to register with Microsoft over the internet. If you dont register, your software will be deactivated with reduced functionality. If you register online, you will be prompted to convert your software into a genuine  copy. It may cost you around $200-$300. Gone are the days when one could use a pirated copy of XP/OFFICE and other Microsoft products.\n\nSorry, you have to BUY the software license.
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you need to get the CD first. You can get a Windows XP CD for like $40 these days, especially on http://www.ebay.com\n\nJust install it and it will erase all data and install Windows XP for you. So you should back up everything using a data CD or a file hosting server online.\n\nIf you need help with it, just contact me.
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It would be nice if I was able to tell you that this is possible.  Actually it is impossible. \n\nYou have to purchase a new Windows XP Pro. or XP Home.  If you buy a very small item from an OEM, they will sell you the Windows platform for around $100 or less.   \n\nIf and when you do purchase, please stay there and let the technican install the platform while you wait.  You want to be able to see when the technican starts to download Service Pack 2 and NetFrame Work 2, Windows Media Player 10 or 11 an all of the critcal updates.  As Microsoft will check atleast four times with their WGA tool to verify that the key is valid for each an every download.  \n\nThere are alot of criminal type technicans, who will open a new box with the CD and run it for themselves, friend or member of their family.  Then they use equipment to reseal the package.  An when some poor unknown person comes along they will purchase that platform and Microsoft will say the key is not valid.\n\nClinical Psychiatrist, France
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Do you mean that you want to download Windows XP?\n\nNot something I'd recommend doing - I know you can get hold of copies illegally but who knows what other stuff is going to be bundled in with it.  You could end up causing yourself no end of problems.\n\nBetter to go out and buy a legitimate copy, they're not that much, plus you get warranties/guarantees and proper updates etc.\n\nIf it's instructions that you're after then you don't need any as it's all self explanatory during the installation procedure.
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If u are sure of the integrity of the Direct-buy store, then you can go ahead. As long as they send you a unique Windowx XP Key, it is not illegal. There can be some issues with the OEM version so be sure that the store has a return policy. For example, some OEM versions only install and work on certain brand computers. The XP Keys that come with Dell computers, only work on computers that are DELL computers if you try to install that Windows on another non DELL computer, the Key does not work and you cannot activate the windows.\nSo if you run into a toruble like this, you should have the option of returning. Other than this there will be no difference in functionality of the operating system. There might be some extra features such as DELL icons, or HP Icons present on the dekstop, but they are extra features and not missing features.
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Use genuine Windows XP Edition
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k k ,\n\nI do not know what are your actual circunstances, but I suggest you a good habit: buy original software.   \n\nLet me give you an option:\nI accidentally got two original Office Professional 2003.  That was this year!  I bought them in different web sites. When I tried to return one of them, the webcompany refuse me and my bank did not help me, my credit card was applied twice.   I already installed one but the other is doing nothing.  It is still packaged in its original envelope.\n\nI paid for it USD 380.oo     and you can get this original software by USD 265.oo   good price!   Original software will give you security sensation, peace.  When microsoft get scan your PC, they'll  find original licenses.\n\nI can show you this package through a web cam if you add me to your msn.  rpctron at hotm....\n\nRemember that Office Professional 2003 includes:\nExcel 2003,  PowerPoint 2003, Word 2003, Outlook 2003, Access 2003, Publisher 2003, Infopath 2003 all of them for only USD 265.oo.  It is a bargain price!!!\n\nHope that helps you.  Good luck dude!
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Not sure, but if you copy of XP is genuine, you can just download the SP from Microsoft. Download from: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/default.mspx
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Get a copy of Windows XP and install it.\n\n-J