Yes, an OS install disc can be sold legally on eBay.
Yes, an OS install disc can be sold legally on eBay.
You have various OS discs ready for sale, including Linux and Windows formats. I’ll check if they’re acceptable on eBay. I’ve noticed Linux discs there before, but I’m unsure about Windows options like Unbuntu, Linux Mint, Vista, or 10. Let me confirm the legality of selling them.
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Consider alternatives such as using the Windows Media Creation Tool or Linux CD images available online.
It's okay if you're just installing discs, not selling keys or activating operating systems. The main concern is that people might think you're making money from something free. Grey market sellers often charge a lot for keys while your discs are worth less than that. It fits within eBay's guidelines. They shouldn't have any issues with this.
I’d consider offering Linux discs on eBay as potentially deceptive if we view scamming as exploiting someone’s lack of knowledge. Unless you’re paying only for the media and shipping, selling a legally downloadable product for $20 without any cost is questionable. For Windows, keeping the original media is acceptable, but distributing damaged copies is against Microsoft’s policies. Remember, standalone Windows disks without a valid license or packaging are essentially worth nothing. If you’re trying to sell just the disc, you’d likely need to give it away if neither item is available.
Sorry, but I didn't intend to deceive them. Now I'm considering revealing the information. Thanks.