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03-07-2005, 02:56 PM
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XP - Legal
Hey all,
Just wondering what the law is on Windows XP installation - do you need individual purchased cplies for each machine? Difference in OEM and Retail versions. The application is for buisness - 5-10 PC's |
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03-07-2005, 02:58 PM
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Ride 'em Cowboy
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You need seperate cd keys or a multi license copy..
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03-07-2005, 06:00 PM
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The difference between OEM and retail is "support," such as phone services and whatnot. Retail has support for some given amount of time, OEM doesn't. I go for OEM on any software I purchase, I don't want to deal with phone calls when I have the internet at my disposal.
You need one license for every XP installation, or a Corp(Don't know what the name is) version of XP that is made to be installed on multiple machines. |
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03-07-2005, 08:38 PM
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You can use one CD to install as many licenses as you have.
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03-11-2005, 09:45 AM
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You can generally buy OEM packs from online vendors cheaper than you can buy additional licenses from M$. OEM packs are sold in units of 3, and individually. The only way a corporate bulk license deal will save you money is if you have a LOT of machines.
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