No, Reddit Windows keys are not legitimate. They are often counterfeit and can lead to security risks.
No, Reddit Windows keys are not legitimate. They are often counterfeit and can lead to security risks.
While researching a new build, many people suggested obtaining authentic Windows keys from Reddit. The prices appeared unusually low, with some listings offering Windows 7 Home Basic for just 8 USD. They advertised bulk purchases as the reason for such discounts. I’m curious about any personal experiences with these sellers and whether the ISO files they provide on the Reddit page are reliable and clean.
You checked the ISO file they shared. It appears to be free of issues, just like the digitalrivers downloads you normally rely on. The Microsoft shutdown didn’t affect its quality.
Up until now, I haven't picked up any negative comments about it.
I'm curious about this too, so if anyone has more details, I'd love to hear them. I recall reading somewhere that most of the keys are genuine. They are issued by Microsoft and should function properly. Still, their low cost comes from exploiting certain programs (though I don't remember which one exactly). I think this goes against the terms of service of those programs, meaning even though the keys are real, they're often acquired through questionable methods. Some users depend on them, others don't. I haven't purchased any myself, so I can't provide further insight beyond what I have. Also, Linux is an option if you're looking for a solid free OS. Besides many compatibility challenges, I favor it over Windows. It can sometimes be tricky to use, but distros like Ubuntu and Linux Mint are quite user-friendly. EDIT: I came across the link, but it came from just /r/softwareswap, so I'm uncertain if it's relevant. According to the rules for /r/microsoftsoftwareswap, it states, "You are not allowed to sell keys obtained in free promotions." I don't know whether this means violating Microsoft's policies. Edited May 20, 2015 by Exp
could you post a link please? I am just want to take a look at it.
Discussing a forum with over 500 discussions on Microsoft software swaps.
I also saved it as a single file on a USB stick; S - a torrent I found somewhere.