how many Licenses do u get with a XP system

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Oblivion

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Hey guys i was wondering how many licences you get with one windows XP disk and 1 little code... My dad says one but i thought you got 3 or something if you could get back to me with how many you get that would be great!
 
At a rough guess, you would get one, but it could be used unlimited times on one computer. You do get three uses on Microsoft Office 2003. Of course, you could always try to do it more than once.
 
timothyb89 said:
At a rough guess, you would get one, but it could be used unlimited times on one computer. You do get three uses on Microsoft Office 2003. Of course, you could always try to do it more than once.
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would you have to buy another copy if you upgrade your entire computer, but use the same hdd that has the os on it?
 
ok so you only get one thats ok but if i buy one what is the difference between a regular one and one with OEM....?

If one of the other is better for computer games then please tell me witch one is better!

Thanks!
 
Oblivion said:
ok so you only get one thats ok but if i buy one what is the difference between a regular one and one with OEM....?

If one of the other is better for computer games then please tell me witch one is better!

Thanks!
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the retail version comes with all the manuals and boxes and stuff, but the oem just comes with the disc and maybe a few papers. they are the same, just packaged differently

Oblivion said:
also what about SP2?
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i think all new copys of windows xp come with sp2 now, but if not you can download it from www.microsoft.com
 
I'm sure any new xp disk will have SP2. SP stands for Service Pack (in case you didn't know. If you did, no offense) and Microsoft releases one every year. I am pretty sure OEM is something about the original maker of the computer. So if you are wondering about it, your own couston build can have extra RAM, hdd space, better video/sound cards, and other accessories that will be good for gaming. But I would imagine a comp by hp or somone else would be more stable. Please excuse me if I am wrong. And shupola, pleasse clarify what you mean.
 
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Ok thanks a lot so since i am building a costom made computer i do or dont want the OEM i guess the the S2P doesnt matter either i am only wondering becasue at newegg there are a bunch and i am building a computer for christmas and i want to know which one to get (if you cant tell i have never done this before)

Here are some links which oen is the best:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16837102141
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16837102151
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16837116193
 
OK my dad is questioning me now all you need to start a Custom build computer is windows and all the parts right?!?!?!?

if there is any other software please tell me!
 
no, u shouldn't need any other software. Let's just hpe thaat it works without BIOS. According to the case it should. I must say, it would be rather stupid to download Windows XP.

Just a question.
Is this a different computer, or are you planning to wipe your hdd and install?
 
umm this is going to be a brand new computer all the parts are the ones listed under my posts bios what is that and if it will work should i worry about it?
 
shupola said:
would you have to buy another copy if you upgrade your entire computer, but use the same hdd that has the os on it?
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You can call them and tell them, and they will ussaly give you a new code.

Also OEM just means from the oeiginal manufacuor, and that basicly means it'll be just thw CD, no boes or manuelsor anything, OEM will be the same product and cheaper, i suggest it.

Also yes, you just nee the parts and windows to get your PC running, no other software needed, but remember microsoft word doesn't come with windows XP lol, i forgot that one once and i had to use notepad for a while.
 
You can call them and tell them, and they will ussaly give you a new code.
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how come i would have to do that? would it be because with a new mobo there is a new bios? and would i have to reformat the hd?
 
Yah i have Teacher and student addition to! luckally at best buy we got a license for three computer and right now we aree only using 2 so i will get word and everyhitng also!
 
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