I have 3 computers and need the software but not the output of funds if possible...
2006-09-05 17:10:36 · 4 answers · asked by Goodmomma1 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
Mircrosoft doesn't sell an OS "pack" for XP in retail stores. They do sell volume licenses direct, but it usually isn't worth it unless you have at least 10 computers.
Your best bet is to try web electronics stores (my personal favorite is http://www.newegg.com ). Sometimes they have volume discounts, usually on the OEM versions.
OEM versions are identical to their retail-boxed counterparts. The only difference is you only get the disc (no fancy box) and almost always a lower price. OEM versions of any software program are intended for "system integrators" which DOES include someone building their own PC. Most of the time, the website will also require you to purchase at least one hardware component to signify that you are "building" something. Some will just have you click a check-box indicating that you are aware of the intention of OEM licenses.
2006-09-05 17:22:01 · answer #1 · answered by anubis_3k 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-08-26 07:20:54 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have Windows on the computers, then just have them update through Windows' updater.
If you don't have Windows, at all, then you're going to have to buy it.
2006-09-05 17:17:45 · answer #3 · answered by D14BL0 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
here is what you do, install XP on all your computers when it comes time to register and activate them register one and avtivate the others or call microsoft.
2006-09-05 19:41:20 · answer #4 · answered by Waz 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋