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I just took my computer to a repair shop and installed Windows from the beginning and after a while I found out that the version is cracked. Is there a problem or should I buy it?
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I would buy a new product key and download windows with windows media creater
https://www.microsoft.com/en-ca/software-download/windows10
you just never know what's in that cracked version windows just to be on the safe side
if the repair shop installed that copy of windows I would call the police and let them know about it
Answer accepted by question author
Good Day Alisardashti,
My name is Carlo, I'm an Independent Advisor and community member like you.
I highly suggest for you to install a legitimate copy of Windows, cracked copies are prone to Malwares and adware.
Have a wonderful day ahead and stay safe.
Sincerely,
Carlo T.
Thank you very much, I will definitely inform the police and buy a legal copy. I just deleted Windows
