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using an unactivated windows 10

Anonymous
2020-05-24T18:07:32+00:00

hey I've recently downloaded the windows 10 iso image from Microsoft even though I don't have a license key and I started using it

 I live in a third world country and it's just not possible for me to buy I license key, because the it's price is worth a salary in my country, the point I'm trying to make is that I don't see my self ever buying it

so my question is this, is Microsoft ok with me using their software without ever planing to activate it, and I need a clear answer of Yes or No 

thank you

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Licensing and activation

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  1. Anonymous
    2020-05-24T18:18:35+00:00

    Hi
    Technically using an Unlicensed windows 10 is violating Microsoft Service Agreement. But you can use Windows 10 as long as you want without activating it. The only problem that you'll encounter is there are limitations in using unlicensed windows 10.

    Unactivated Windows will only download critical updates; many optional updates and some downloads, services, and apps from Microsoft (that normally are included with activated Windows) also will be blocked. You’ll also get some nag screens at various places in the OS.

    In short: The core of Windows will work without activation, but some desirable non-basic elements, services, and add-ons, will be absent or limited. And if computer is unable to download all needed updates on the machine, chances are you're computer will be vulnerable to malware attacks and data corruption or loss of files on worst case scenario.

    You can find additional details on the link below:

    https://windowsreport.com/windows-10-used-witho...

    Note: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.

    Hope this information helps, have a good day.

    Thanks,
    Orlando Q.

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  2. Anonymous
    2020-05-24T18:33:36+00:00

    thank you so much Orlando, I'm ok with any kind of limitation as long as I'm just browsing the internet, I just don't want to use something without it's owners permission.

    much love

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  3. Anonymous
    2020-05-24T18:35:28+00:00

    Hi MornFaster -

    Thanks for the response and you're welcome. If you need further assistance please don't hesitate to reach back to us.

    I will mark this thread as resolve now.

    Thanks,

    Orlando Q.

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