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Deathgod881 · August 2015

Anyway anyone know if this is legit/safe? [mod edit]

Ridelynn · August 2015

It "looks" legit on the surface, but anyone can make a legit-looking site.

If it's too good to be true, it usually is.

That being said - the domain was registered from Australia, the server appears to be in Austin, TX, and the company is registered to California. Google knows next to nothing about them (which doesn't mean a whole lot in and of itself).

All I can really say is, I wouldn't give them my CC info.

Deathgod881 · August 2015

Originally posted by Ridelynn
It "looks" legit on the surface, but anyone can make a legit-looking site.

If it's too good to be true, it usually is.

That being said - the domain was registered from Australia, the server appears to be in Austin, TX, and the company is registered to California. Google knows next to nothing about them (which doesn't mean a whole lot in and of itself).

All I can really say is, I wouldn't give them my CC info.

Ah alright know any where else i can get a cheap windows 7? Just remembered about pcpartpicker so using that to find it which one of these sites is reputable? [mod edit]

Ridelynn · August 2015

There used to be a nice student discount for Windows 7 and 8, but that has been replaced with a straight 10% discount on purchases the Microsoft store - that may save you about $10.

This is Windows 10, full release edition download, for $120.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832588506

This is Windows 8.1, full release edition download for $120
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832416786&cm_re=Windows-_-32-416-786-_-Product

The full release edition is fully transferable between PCs and doesn't have any installation limitations. It usually costs around $200.

You can get OEM editions for about $20 less, but I usually don't recommend them any longer since the full release price has lowered considerably.

I can still find Windows 7 OEM (http://www.buycheapsoftware.com/details~productID~4678.asp), but honestly at this point, I can't recommend spending money on it since it's out of phase I support already. I've bought software before from buycheapsoftware, they can save you a little bit of money, and still carry all the way back to XP in some fashion if you really needed it.

Deathgod881 · August 2015

Originally posted by Ridelynn
There used to be a nice student discount for Windows 7 and 8, but that has been replaced with a straight 10% discount on purchases the Microsoft store - that may save you about $10.

This is Windows 10, full release edition download, for $120.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832588506

This is Windows 8.1, full release edition download for $120
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832416786&cm_re=Windows-_-32-416-786-_-Product

The full release edition is fully transferable between PCs and doesn't have any installation limitations. It usually costs around $200.

You can get OEM editions for about $20 less, but I usually don't recommend them any longer since the full release price has lowered considerably.

I can still find Windows 7 OEM (http://www.buycheapsoftware.com/details~productID~4678.asp), but honestly at this point, I can't recommend spending money on it since it's out of phase I support already. I've bought software before from buycheapsoftware, they can save you a little bit of money, and still carry all the way back to XP in some fashion if you really needed it.

Ah alright thanks with the full release edition if i say change my mother board which i plan on doing so later on could i still use the same key/stuff to use it again?

Blaze_Rocker · August 2015

You might want to delete or edit your first post before the modss find it and get pissed. They've suspended accounts for less.

Loke666 · August 2015

Originally posted by Deathgod881
Ah alright thanks with the full release edition if i say change my mother board which i plan on doing so later on could i still use the same key/stuff to use it again?

No, the license is set to the motherboard. You can change every other component though.

The cheapest legal windows I can find for you is W7 64 bits for $72: http://www.productquest4less.com/microsoft-windows-7-pro-64-bit-branded.html

Yeah, it moved away for the 1 support already but it is fine if you plan to use it for a year or less, no need to waste more money than you need on the OS.

Deathgod881 · August 2015

Originally posted by Loke666
Originally posted by Deathgod881
Ah alright thanks with the full release edition if i say change my mother board which i plan on doing so later on could i still use the same key/stuff to use it again?

No, the license is set to the motherboard. You can change every other component though.

The cheapest legal windows I can find for you is W7 64 bits for $72: http://www.productquest4less.com/microsoft-windows-7-pro-64-bit-branded.html

Yeah, it moved away for the 1 support already but it is fine if you plan to use it for a year or less, no need to waste more money than you need on the OS.

Ah damn that sucks well thanks for the info all

Ridelynn · August 2015

Originally posted by Loke666
Originally posted by Deathgod881 Ah alright thanks with the full release edition if i say change my mother board which i plan on doing so later on could i still use the same key/stuff to use it again?

No, the license is set to the motherboard. You can change every other component though.

The cheapest legal windows I can find for you is W7 64 bits for $72: http://www.productquest4less.com/microsoft-windows-7-pro-64-bit-branded.html

Yeah, it moved away for the 1 support already but it is fine if you plan to use it for a year or less, no need to waste more money than you need on the OS.

This is true for OEM.

Full edition you can transfer between computers and motherboards, so long as it's only one one at a time - that's the reason it costs a bit more.

Deathgod881 · August 2015

Originally posted by Ridelynn

Originally posted by Loke666

Originally posted by Deathgod881 Ah alright thanks with the full release edition if i say change my mother board which i plan on doing so later on could i still use the same key/stuff to use it again?

No, the license is set to the motherboard. You can change every other component though.

The cheapest legal windows I can find for you is W7 64 bits for $72: http://www.productquest4less.com/microsoft-windows-7-pro-64-bit-branded.html

Yeah, it moved away for the 1 support already but it is fine if you plan to use it for a year or less, no need to waste more money than you need on the OS.

This is true for OEM.

Full edition you can transfer between computers and motherboards, so long as it's only one one at a time - that's the reason it costs a bit more.

Ah so almost makes it worth skipping the hacked version and just buying a true copy of windows

DelCabon · August 2015

So there are a few diff realities. However, as an MCSA I have never had an issue with an OS. In 20 years I have only had 1 software license revoked by MS for a Visual suite on a computer that was essentially rebuilt.

With the full retail version of almost any Windows OS you should have no problem upgrading the motherboard. In some cases you may have to re-activate the license and more rarely perform an MS robocall. Worst case just call MS directly.

If you go the less expensive route and buy one of the many OEM licenses available, upgrading becomes potentially more problematic. Technically speaking changing out a motherboard that is not defective effectively cancels the license.

The truth is MS is actually pretty flexible on this issue especially if its a one-time request on the license for the same machine. On one occasion I had 3 machines with cpu and power upgrades that would not re-activate automatically. MS customer service reactivated all 3 keys after a short Q and A. I do know of instances where OEM licenses were invalidated on computers where more than 4 or 5 key components were replaced at the same time.

Also if your new motherboard is in the same family in terms of maker and model progression you may not even have to re-activate. I am not sure what benchmarks are used but I have replaced/upgraded boards 1-2 years later that were the latest and greatest version of the same original brand and never had to even re-enter keys.

On that note, full retail versions are a much safer bet especially for builders and people who like to upgrade their computers on a regular basis. The extra $40 or so spent makes life much easier.

Hope this helps.

Deathgod881 · August 2015

Originally posted by DelCabon
So there are a few diff realities. However, as an MCSA I have never had an issue with an OS. In 20 years I have only had 1 software license revoked by MS for a Visual suite on a computer that was essentially rebuilt.

With the full retail version of almost any Windows OS you should have no problem upgrading the motherboard. In some cases you may have to re-activate the license and more rarely perform an MS robocall. Worst case just call MS directly.

If you go the less expensive route and buy one of the many OEM licenses available, upgrading becomes potentially more problematic. Technically speaking changing out a motherboard that is not defective effectively cancels the license.

The truth is MS is actually pretty flexible on this issue especially if its a one-time request on the license for the same machine. On one occasion I had 3 machines with cpu and power upgrades that would not re-activate automatically. MS customer service reactivated all 3 keys after a short Q and A. I do know of instances where OEM licenses were invalidated on computers where more than 4 or 5 key components were replaced at the same time.

Also if your new motherboard is in the same family in terms of maker and model progression you may not even have to re-activate. I am not sure what benchmarks are used but I have replaced/upgraded boards 1-2 years later that were the latest and greatest version and never had to even re-enter keys.

On that note, full retail versions are a much safer bet especially for builders and people who like to upgrade their computers on a regular basis. The extra $40 or so spent makes life much easier.

Hope this helps.

Oh yea definitely just after buying the os i'd have like 490 left including buying the 2 games i want in 2 months xD thats where it gets iffy, since i downloaded windows 10 and its not activated how long do i have before it automatically disables some features? Might have a job by the end of the month

Ridelynn · August 2015

Originally posted by Deathgod881
Originally posted by DelCabon So there are a few diff realities. However, as an MCSA I have never had an issue with an OS. In 20 years I have only had 1 software license revoked by MS for a Visual suite on a computer that was essentially rebuilt. With the full retail version of almost any Windows OS you should have no problem upgrading the motherboard. In some cases you may have to re-activate the license and more rarely perform an MS robocall. Worst case just call MS directly. If you go the less expensive route and buy one of the many OEM licenses available, upgrading becomes potentially more problematic. Technically speaking changing out a motherboard that is not defective effectively cancels the license. The truth is MS is actually pretty flexible on this issue especially if its a one-time request on the license for the same machine. On one occasion I had 3 machines with cpu and power upgrades that would not re-activate automatically. MS customer service reactivated all 3 keys after a short Q and A. I do know of instances where OEM licenses were invalidated on computers where more than 4 or 5 key components were replaced at the same time. Also if your new motherboard is in the same family in terms of maker and model progression you may not even have to re-activate. I am not sure what benchmarks are used but I have replaced/upgraded boards 1-2 years later that were the latest and greatest version and never had to even re-enter keys. On that note, full retail versions are a much safer bet especially for builders and people who like to upgrade their computers on a regular basis. The extra $40 or so spent makes life much easier. Hope this helps.

Oh yea definitely just after buying the os i'd have like 490 left including buying the 2 games i want in 2 months xD thats where it gets iffy, since i downloaded windows 10 and its not activated how long do i have before it automatically disables some features? Might have a job by the end of the month

Windows 7 had 30 days, which could be reset up to two times using a command line tool, for a total of 90 days.

Windows 8 changed that to disable stuff "instantly", if it couldn't activate off the install/setup it would default to black background and 1-hour restarts.

Not sure what it is on Windows 10, but I'd bet on the same was Windows 8.

Deathgod881 · August 2015

Originally posted by Ridelynn

Originally posted by Deathgod881

Originally posted by DelCabon So there are a few diff realities. However, as an MCSA I have never had an issue with an OS. In 20 years I have only had 1 software license revoked by MS for a Visual suite on a computer that was essentially rebuilt. With the full retail version of almost any Windows OS you should have no problem upgrading the motherboard. In some cases you may have to re-activate the license and more rarely perform an MS robocall. Worst case just call MS directly. If you go the less expensive route and buy one of the many OEM licenses available, upgrading becomes potentially more problematic. Technically speaking changing out a motherboard that is not defective effectively cancels the license. The truth is MS is actually pretty flexible on this issue especially if its a one-time request on the license for the same machine. On one occasion I had 3 machines with cpu and power upgrades that would not re-activate automatically. MS customer service reactivated all 3 keys after a short Q and A. I do know of instances where OEM licenses were invalidated on computers where more than 4 or 5 key components were replaced at the same time. Also if your new motherboard is in the same family in terms of maker and model progression you may not even have to re-activate. I am not sure what benchmarks are used but I have replaced/upgraded boards 1-2 years later that were the latest and greatest version and never had to even re-enter keys. On that note, full retail versions are a much safer bet especially for builders and people who like to upgrade their computers on a regular basis. The extra $40 or so spent makes life much easier. Hope this helps.

Oh yea definitely just after buying the os i'd have like 490 left including buying the 2 games i want in 2 months xD thats where it gets iffy, since i downloaded windows 10 and its not activated how long do i have before it automatically disables some features? Might have a job by the end of the month

Windows 7 had 30 days, which could be reset up to two times using a command line tool, for a total of 90 days.

Windows 8 changed that to disable stuff "instantly", if it couldn't activate off the install/setup it would default to black background and 1-hour restarts.

Not sure what it is on Windows 10, but I'd bet on the same was Windows 8.

Ah well with windows 10 its just a giant water color ontop of all windows saying to activate windows not that annoying because with some backgrounds you hardly notice it, also you can still put up a screensaver and it stays which is awesome, its basically like this http://i.imgur.com/IPLUjuW.png

Nilden · August 2015

Not if you value your brain. It will melt it to mush!

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