Queries about genuine Windows

Mutammim Irtiza 0 Reputation points
2023-12-09T06:58:05.2866667+00:00

Few months ago I used a version of windows illegally activated using kms pico. I quickly un activated after finding out it was illegal. However during the illegal period i also upgraded my windows to win ten pro, probably by methods that used illegal product key. The first version of the windows was windows 7 which was probably not downloaded from an authentic windows store. Now i am using the non activated version of win 10 pro. So is my windows legal? Please give correct answer as our religion prohibits using of pirated softwares. Tell if buying original software is required or if there is a way to make the system legal in case my windows is counted pirated.

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  1. Sedat SALMAN 14,180 Reputation points MVP
    2023-12-09T07:30:56.94+00:00

    Buy a genuine Windows 10 Pro license from a reputable source. This can be done directly from Microsoft or an authorized retailer.

    • Go to Settings > Update & Security > Activation on your Windows 10 system.
    • Look for the option to Change Product Key or Upgrade Your Edition of Windows.
    • Enter the new, genuine product key that you purchased. This should activate your Windows installation and make it legal.

    but if you are tied to your current version, i offer you a clean install

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  2. Anonymous
    2023-12-13T02:37:54.6266667+00:00

    Hello Mutammim Irtiza

    If you’re currently using a non-activated version of Windows 10 Pro that was upgraded from an illegally activated version, it is technically not legal. Even if it’s not currently activated, the upgrade process likely used an illegal product key.

    To make your system legal, you would need to purchase a genuine product key from Microsoft or an authorized retailer. Here are the steps you need to follow:

    Go to the Microsoft Store or any authorized retailer and purchase a genuine Windows 10 Pro product key. Make sure to buy it from a reputable source to ensure it’s legitimate.

    Once you have your product key, press the Windows key + I to open Settings.

    Click on ‘Update & Security’, then choose ‘Activation’ from the left-hand menu.

    Click on ‘Change product key’, and then enter your new, genuine product key.

    Follow the prompts to complete the activation process.

    After these steps, your Windows 10 Pro should be activated and legal.

    Best Regards,

    Hania Lian

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