He often warns me that getting a Windows key from eBay is a fraud.
He often warns me that getting a Windows key from eBay is a fraud.
not piracy, this is a well known fact, Microsoft NEVER disables an unactivated windows install on windows 10 like they used to with Windows 7, I'm NOT discussing PIRACY, PIRACY is CIRCUMVENTING the activation using software modifications, I'm simply taking advantage of how microsoft has Windows 10 setup. Windows 10 is effectively "freeware" anyone can get a copy via the Media Creation Tool DIRECTLY FROM MICROSOFT and install it on there computer, you just have to pay to unlock certain features and if you don't pay those features remain locked, Piracy would be using software to activate the windows install without paying for the key Edited January 29, 2018 by SansVarnic
Some claim it's a scam or illegal, but one person gave a clear answer. Many big companies don’t use the keys they get because of licensing rules. Dell/HP and others must provide you with a key if you want to install your own Windows version. This is part of Microsoft’s deal with resellers. We don’t directly sell the keys that come on the machines, but we follow our own EULA and show them as Windows 10 Enterprise.
From a legal standpoint, the EULA restricts selling a key, but it doesn’t make it a criminal offense—arrests aren’t warranted for such actions. Microsoft keeps the authority to disable a Windows copy if they discover it. It’s not the same as breaking a law; downloading a TV show without payment is distinct from disabling your own software.
Determining the truth involves careful analysis of the available information. Proving legitimacy or detecting fraud requires thorough examination, not just a cursory glance. It’s understandable to question whether protections exist, especially when dealing with agreements that can be complex. The concern about OEM versions versus retail ones highlights a common issue in consumer transactions.
Could you clarify what you mean by "scam"? I’d be happy to explain how it works and why it might seem suspicious.