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Microsoft Will Replace Fake Copies of XP | |
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| Time: 14:33 EST/19:33 GMT | News Source: PC World | Posted By: Brian Kvalheim | ||
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Software pirates' increasing skill at creating counterfeit versions of Windows XP has prompted Microsoft to introduce a pilot program that offers to verify whether consumers' software is legitimate and replace fake versions with authentic goods. The pilot program was launched Wednesday in the U.K. and is aimed at tracking down counterfeit versions of Windows XP that come preinstalled on new PCs sold by systems integrators. Microsoft is hoping to glean information on counterfeiters and their techniques for creating what company representatives have characterized as "high-quality" fakes of Windows XP. | ||
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| #1 By 12071 (203.185.215.149) at 11/24/2004 9:38:54 PM |
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"If Microsoft finds the software is counterfeit, it is offering to replace it for free, with certain terms and conditions, such as a proof of purchase."
So as long as the guy who sold you your copy of XP on the street for $10 also gives you a receipt, you should be able to upgrade to the legitimate version for free. This will work out cheaper than buying that heap of crap XP Starter Edition! |
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