However, if you are running a pirated version of Windows on your desktop, you cannot upgrade or install Windows Using any pirated software is not only considered illegal activity but it is a serious security risk which can turn a computer into a malware honeypot or zombie. Of six counterfeit Microsoft Office disks tested, they found that five were infected with malware. When Windows 7 reaches its End of Life on January 14 , Microsoft will no longer support the aging operating system, which means anyone using Windows 7 could be at risk as there will be no more free security patches.
You cannot activate the non-genuine Windows 7 installation with a Windows 10 product key. Windows 7 uses its own unique product key. And in all honesty, it makes sense for them to do so. Microsoft will know about any discrepancies on your Office suite or Windows OS. If you purchased one of these keys and it has become non-genuine with the above code you may need purchase a new license for windows 7.
Attempt to validate by going to www. Added note. You only have a limited amount of time 45 days to file a claim with the auction sites. Stay away from these keys, if you purchased a key that has turned non-genuine and are within the 45 days of purchase file a claim. Lately there have been several reports of instances of blocked TechNet or MSDN keys packaged with legitimate looking media.
It is part of the reason why Microsoft has instituted new changes to TechNet subscriptions reducing the number of product keys subscribers can request from the site. It is very important when you purchase a Windows License, either a retail boxed package or a digital download from the Microsoft Store that you save the packaging, media and receipts.
If you purchase software such as this through other channels such as popular auction sites or resellers and you discover that you are a victim of piracy, you should seek recourse with the store you purchased it from and report it to www. Microsoft How To Tell. Microsoft Piracy. Report Software Piracy. Frequently Asked Questions. Was this reply helpful?
Yes No. Sorry this didn't help. Thanks for your feedback. How satisfied are you with this reply?. Thanks for your feedback, it helps us improve the site. If you bought a pirated copy, ask for a refund from the seller. Always buy Microsoft software from a reputable store. Windows 7 Illegal Sales on eBay and other websites Many sellers illegally offer Windows 7 products for a very cheap price on ebay.
If you see Windows 7 being sold well below the retail price for only the Windows 7 product key and the install software is not included do not buy it. Of course also watch out for cheap Windows products with the install media as well. Get some info from the sites below to know what to look for. Choose where you want to search below Search Search the Community.
Search the community and support articles Windows Windows 7 Search Community member. This thread is locked. You can follow the question or vote as helpful, but you cannot reply to this thread. I have the same question Report abuse. You can easily find out that your windows is pirated or genuine. Just open your cmd command prompt and run it as administrator. In the cmd. Piracy is a major issue for software manufacturers like Microsoft. There is no way to tell whether software is pirated on a technical level, simply because there are many ways to pirate software registration key generators, patches, etc.
Cracked versions of operating systems give hackers an access to your PC. The general presumption that pirated Windows are as good as the original ones is a myth. Pirated Windows tend to make your system laggy. It is unproductive: Most pirated software does not come with manuals or technical support that is given to legitimate users. To check if your current Windows 10 PC is eligible for the free upgrade to Windows 11, visit Windows.
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