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Master
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- Posted on Dec 27, 2010
Re: Ihave upgrade my windos din a genuine windos apear...
HI there,
It simply means that the windows which you are using at the moment is not genuine.
So, how can you avoid Mark's mistakes and better
protect yourself from the risks of counterfeit software?
- Buy only genuine software from
trustworthy sources. The best way to purchase genuine Microsoft
software is directly from the Microsoft
Store or from an authorized Microsoft reseller. To locate a
reputable reseller, you can use local resources such as a Chamber of
Commerce, the Better Business Bureau, and consumer publications.
- Learn how to spot the fake. Microsoft's How to Tell
website contains plenty of information about how to determine
whether the Microsoft software you're purchasing is genuine, including
pre-purchase checklists to use when you go shopping. You'll also find
plenty of visual examples of counterfeit software as well as anti-piracy
features included in genuine Microsoft software that you'll want to be
familiar with, such as Certificates of Authenticity (COAs), installation
media, and product packaging.
- Take action.
If you've mistakenly purchased counterfeit software,you can file a
piracy report online or call Microsoft's anti-piracy hot line at
(800) RU-LEGIT. By reporting piracy, you can help Microsoft take action
against software pirates and help others avoid being the victims of
counterfeit software.
Until next time!
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