Windows 8.1 from G2A is a version available through the G2A community.
Windows 8.1 from G2A is a version available through the G2A community.
Buying the OEM Windows 8.1 Pro gives you the license key needed to activate an unactivated copy. Non-OEM versions differ in features and support, as shown on G2A.com. The OEM CD key is specific to Microsoft's official distribution, while non-OEM offers may vary in functionality and updates.
I really want to find some keys on Reddit, but they don’t accept PayPal. The person I spoke to mentioned the most trustworthy option.
If I purchase it from G2A, I’ll receive a license key that I enter into the system settings. If the key is incorrect, I can simply downvote it on G2A without any issues.
Which one is better, OEM or non-OEM? (OEM is usually more affordable)
I purchased a non-original equipment manufacturer key, but it matches an OEM key perfectly once you use Windows to activate it. Edit* There are variations between the two: an OEM key is tied to the specific motherboard you install it on, whereas a non-OEM key isn’t restricted to that board. Both have identical digit lengths and will produce an authentic Windows copy, and they’re processed in the same manner.
What would happen if you switch to Windows 10? The differences between OEM and non-OEM versions.
It seems the process might vary depending on the version of Windows you're using. You'll still receive the appropriate version, though the exact behavior isn't clear. If you don't have a Windows Live account, it locks to your motherboard. With a Windows Live account and an OEM key, it locks to both. Clarify where you're getting this information from, as I'm not entirely sure about the details of Windows 10.