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06-03-2011, 01:55 AM
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WIN7 Sooo Expensive!!
Why... iv built myself a sweet rig now time for OS, ANOTHER $300!!! for home premium!!! WHY SO MUCH...
should i try OEM... (iv never done this b4) ? thanks |
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06-03-2011, 03:45 AM
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OEM's are the same...They just don't come in a fancy MS box.
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06-03-2011, 07:17 AM
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OEM is the same OS that is in the box, you are paying for support from Microsoft.
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06-03-2011, 08:54 AM
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Note that the OEM license technically doesn't allow you to install it on a different computer, unlike the retail license.
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06-03-2011, 08:58 AM
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100 bucks.
Newegg.com - Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 64-bit English 1-Pack - Operating Systems
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06-03-2011, 09:27 AM
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I ran the IP address and the OP is in Australia. Looks like $115 AUD is the going price there.
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