Windows 8.1 will soon reach its expiration date.

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samigurl0903
Senior Member

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05-23-2016, 04:35 AM

Consider the risks and benefits of each choice. Purchasing an activation key might not guarantee your files remain untouched, while upgrading to Windows 10 could reset everything you currently use. For entering a new activation code in 8.1 Pro, it should work if accepted, but switching to Windows 10 would likely erase your existing software and games.

samigurl0903

05-23-2016, 04:35 AM #1

i3z___
Senior Member

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05-23-2016, 06:16 AM

It's not a single free year; you only get one year to upgrade, yet you retain the license indefinitely. Your software should work just like any regular Windows update.

i3z___

05-23-2016, 06:16 AM #2

It's not a single free year; you only get one year to upgrade, yet you retain the license indefinitely. Your software should work just like any regular Windows update.

RealShaky
Member

05-23-2016, 10:07 AM

The Windows 10 upgrade is a permanent change. You get one year from when it’s released to confirm it works as intended.

RealShaky

05-23-2016, 10:07 AM #3

The Windows 10 upgrade is a permanent change. You get one year from when it’s released to confirm it works as intended.

Oldart
Member

05-24-2016, 01:18 PM

It's similar to setting up a fresh operating system. That's precisely what you're doing.

Oldart

05-24-2016, 01:18 PM #4

It's similar to setting up a fresh operating system. That's precisely what you're doing.

TommyTheLommy
Posting Freak

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05-24-2016, 06:28 PM

It's merely a change in your existing Windows key. Even after upgrading, once the key expires it will be considered outdated.

TommyTheLommy

05-24-2016, 06:28 PM #5

It's merely a change in your existing Windows key. Even after upgrading, once the key expires it will be considered outdated.

GumiBears
Senior Member

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05-28-2016, 10:34 AM

Having an OEM key ensures you receive an upgrade while keeping the original format intact. It does not require a full reinstall.

GumiBears

05-28-2016, 10:34 AM #6

Having an OEM key ensures you receive an upgrade while keeping the original format intact. It does not require a full reinstall.

DeathBeastDB
Senior Member

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05-28-2016, 03:12 PM

Most users plan to upgrade first, then perform a complete reinstall when Microsoft drops a new ISO. I prefer a full clean install with a brand-new operating system over simply upgrading and resetting everything.