I have got a PC a pirated copy of Windows proffesional 2002, SP2 installed. I have the intell 915 original, 256mb RAM. The system is running well. But i want to convert it to a genuine one. Can I buy a Windows Home edition or I have to go for Proffessional version?
2006-12-20 17:40:35 · 12 answers · asked by arnab 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
I appritiate your response! Actually i wanted to know that if I buy 'Windows Home' do i need to refrmat it.
2006-12-20 18:10:55 · update #1
You can buy either one, there is also an upgrade edition.
2006-12-20 17:42:30 · answer #1 · answered by cdub 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For normal use, the Home edition is perfect. The professional edition is better when the PC is used into a network environment -like into a company. The professional edition allows more network connections and has better sharing abilities, including the option to easily create Internet Sites into your PC.
2006-12-21 01:47:23 · answer #2 · answered by Alexandros 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can buy the Home edition and install it. But first talk with the geek at a place like Best Buy to make sure this edition is the best for your needs. For many home users, the Home edition works very well, but it's not as robust as the more expensive professional version. Professional offers more networking options for example.
Best wishes!
2006-12-21 01:44:45 · answer #3 · answered by NeckLover 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Depends
If you only use your computer for small things like email and aim, use home edition. If you actually use it for actuall important things, buy proffessional. But if you go back to the guy you bought the bootleg from, i'm sure he'll hook you up.
2006-12-21 01:42:52 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no way to "convert" your copy to a legitimate copy. You have to buy a legitimate copy.
On the question of whether you should buy a Home or Pro version, it really depends on what you're using it for. If you're at home, a HOME version would suffice.
2006-12-21 01:48:55 · answer #5 · answered by leest29 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you buy Home edition you need to re-install the windows. If you buy Pro you need to re-activate the windows verison.
For more details visit.
http://techinsp.blogspot.com/2006/12/how-to-change-pirated-windows-xp-to.html
2006-12-21 02:04:31 · answer #6 · answered by IT-guru 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
prefer Windows Professional Edition rather then the Home edition as the Home Edition for those who play more games only
2006-12-21 01:45:49 · answer #7 · answered by monu 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The XP Pro costs over $300! Did you know that? (sux, doesn't it?)
you're almost better off just getting another PC with more memory anyway - you'll quickly outgrow 256! Besides, I'm not positive, but I think 512 is recommended for XP.
2006-12-21 01:46:22 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
U dont have to buy another cd or reinstall it......
Just logon to microsoft.com/genuine and register ur version usin ur credit card/ debit card......
theyill provide u an activation setup just install it and ur version is now genuine
2006-12-21 15:46:27 · answer #9 · answered by Dave 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can but MAKE SURE YOU ARE GETTING FULL ver.. depending on what you are using it for.. some prog req pro but list is very small,, main difress is domains for large bussines..
2006-12-21 01:45:36 · answer #10 · answered by Rob R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋