My legit copy of XP is now telling me its counterfeit

[Guest]

My legit copy of XP is now telling me its counterfeit.

Anyone know how to fix this?


Thanks in Advance!!!

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

Please repost your inquiry in the following newsgroup:

Windows Genuine Advantage Talkback
http://forums.microsoft.com/Genuine/default.aspx?ForumGroupID=125&SiteID=25

--
Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows - Shell/User
Microsoft Community Newsgroups
news://msnews.microsoft.com/

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| My legit copy of XP is now telling me its counterfeit.
|
| Anyone know how to fix this?
|
|
| Thanks in Advance!!!

 

[Pegasus \(MVP\)]

My legit copy of XP is now telling me its counterfeit.

Anyone know how to fix this?


Thanks in Advance!!!

Ring Microsoft in your area and have your purchase
receipt etc. ready.

 

[kurttrail]

My legit copy of XP is now telling me its counterfeit.

Anyone know how to fix this?


Thanks in Advance!!!

Log on as an administrator. If that doesn't work, try:

http://www.mydigitallife.info/2006/...s-genuine-advantage-notifications-nag-screen/

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"It'll soon shake your Windows
And rattle your walls
For the times they are a-changin'."

 

[Guest]

Carey is that an official Microsoft forum? I ask because it doesn't look
like it.

 

[Doug Knox MS-MVP]

Please note: http://forums.microsoft.com in the address. It may not have as pretty an interface as some of the other newsgroups, but it is legitimate.

--
Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
http://www.dougknox.com

 

[Tom [Pepper] Willett]

It certainly is.

| Carey is that an official Microsoft forum? I ask because it doesn't look
| like it.
|
|
|
|
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| "Carey Frisch [MVP]" wrote:
|
| > Please repost your inquiry in the following newsgroup:
| >
| > Windows Genuine Advantage Talkback
| >
http://forums.microsoft.com/Genuine/default.aspx?ForumGroupID=125&SiteID=25
| >
| > --
| > Carey Frisch
| > Microsoft MVP
| > Windows - Shell/User
| > Microsoft Community Newsgroups
| > news://msnews.microsoft.com/
| >
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| > "Jammie" wrote:
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| > | My legit copy of XP is now telling me its counterfeit.
| > |
| > | Anyone know how to fix this?
| > |
| > |
| > | Thanks in Advance!!!
| >
| >

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

Yes, and it is moderated by Microsoft employees who
answer inquires related to WGA issues.

--
Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows - Shell/User
Microsoft Community Newsgroups
news://msnews.microsoft.com/

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| Carey is that an official Microsoft forum? I ask because it doesn't look
| like it.

 

[George]

kurttrail,

Did you look at this site man? There are MANY people who are being ripped
off because of this, WOW! I am glad that I got a heads up as I would have
to beat soemone up who told me my copy of XP wasn't legit as I purchased my
machines from Circuit City. Listen to this little snip from that site on
one of the individuals who thinks his software isn't legit:

"It's mildly irritating to have to get that message every time I turn the
computer on but I'll live with it. It's put me right of buying a new
computer though. Next time I'll be going to ebay!"

If that isn't mind boggling then I don't know what is. Some people just
don't get it!


George

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

No one who has a valid, genuine Windows XP license is getting "ripped off".
Many users have had an illegal, non-genuine version of Windows
XP installed by someone, be it an unscrupulous repair shop, a "friend",
or the user themselves. There is a specific Microsoft web site that
deals with resolving these issues. It many cases, it's just plain user ignorance
that led to the problem in the first place.

Windows Genuine Advantage Troubleshooting Newsgroup
http://forums.microsoft.com/Genuine/default.aspx?ForumGroupID=125&SiteID=25

--
Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows - Shell/User
Microsoft Community Newsgroups
news://msnews.microsoft.com/

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| Did you look at this site man? There are MANY people who are being ripped
| off because of this, WOW! I am glad that I got a heads up as I would have
| to beat soemone up who told me my copy of XP wasn't legit as I purchased my
| machines from Circuit City. Listen to this little snip from that site on
| one of the individuals who thinks his software isn't legit:
|
| "It's mildly irritating to have to get that message every time I turn the
| computer on but I'll live with it. It's put me right of buying a new
| computer though. Next time I'll be going to ebay!"
|
| If that isn't mind boggling then I don't know what is. Some people just
| don't get it!
|
|
| George

 

[antioch]

No one who has a valid, genuine Windows XP license is getting "ripped
off".
Many users have had an illegal, non-genuine version of Windows
XP installed by someone, be it an unscrupulous repair shop, a "friend",
or the user themselves. There is a specific Microsoft web site that
deals with resolving these issues. It many cases, it's just plain user
ignorance
that led to the problem in the first place.

Windows Genuine Advantage Troubleshooting Newsgroup
http://forums.microsoft.com/Genuine/default.aspx?ForumGroupID=125&SiteID=25

Yes been there - read it.
I feel sorry for the stooge offered up to use the msnewspeak replies, or as
one mentioned to 'stick his head up and take incoming'
So what about the millions who have validated/authenticated/had certified
their Win XP etc. like me.
Why cant we rid ourselves of this imposing MS Tool.
What else is it doing stuck in my computer when I do not want it anymore.
Surely I have the sole choice as to what I keep and what I delete, but not
with this 'bar-steward' so called security/critical update.
I am afraid that MS did con us less aware computer users and I do not like
feeling I have been had.
Rgds
Antioch
PS
Be careful - I think Mr Liu writes a bit like yourself ;-)

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

What "imposing MS Tool" are you referring to?

--
Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows - Shell/User
Microsoft Community Newsgroups
news://msnews.microsoft.com/

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| Yes been there - read it.
| I feel sorry for the stooge offered up to use the msnewspeak replies, or as
| one mentioned to 'stick his head up and take incoming'
| So what about the millions who have validated/authenticated/had certified
| their Win XP etc. like me.
| Why cant we rid ourselves of this imposing MS Tool.
| What else is it doing stuck in my computer when I do not want it anymore.
| Surely I have the sole choice as to what I keep and what I delete, but not
| with this 'bar-steward' so called security/critical update.
| I am afraid that MS did con us less aware computer users and I do not like
| feeling I have been had.
| Rgds
| Antioch
| PS
| Be careful - I think Mr Liu writes a bit like yourself ;-)

 

[antioch]

To what were you referring in that link in your post, and to which I
responded??????????????????
Antioch

 

[kurttrail]

What "imposing MS Tool" are you referring to?

Obviously the tool this thread is about. Can't you keep up with a
simple conversation?

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Peace!
Kurt Kirsch
Self-anointed Moderator
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"It'll soon shake your Windows
And rattle your walls
For the times they are a-changin'."

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

Read the following and become educated:

Description of Windows Genuine Advantage (WGA)
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/892130/en-us

The Windows Genuine Advantage (WGA) program and
Office Genuine Advantage (OGA) program are part of
Microsoft's on-going effort to protect its customers and
partners from counterfeit software and to increase customer
awareness of the value of genuine Microsoft software.
http://www.microsoft.com/genuine/downloads/FAQ.aspx?displaylang=en

The Windows Genuine Advantage
http://www.microsoft.com/genuine/downloads/whyValidate.aspx

Global anti-piracy initiative ensures software authenticity, performance
and support while providing ongoing system improvements.
http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/press/2005/jul05/07-25WGA1PR.mspx

--
Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows - Shell/User
Microsoft Community Newsgroups
news://msnews.microsoft.com/

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| To what were you referring in that link in your post, and to which I
| responded??????????????????
| Antioch
|
|
| | > What "imposing MS Tool" are you referring to?
| >
| > --
| > Carey Frisch
| > Microsoft MVP
| > Windows - Shell/User
| > Microsoft Community Newsgroups
| > news://msnews.microsoft.com/
| >
| > ---------------------------------------------------------------------------­----------------
| >
| > "antioch" wrote:
| >
| > | Yes been there - read it.
| > | I feel sorry for the stooge offered up to use the msnewspeak replies, or
| > as
| > | one mentioned to 'stick his head up and take incoming'
| > | So what about the millions who have validated/authenticated/had
| > certified
| > | their Win XP etc. like me.
| > | Why cant we rid ourselves of this imposing MS Tool.
| > | What else is it doing stuck in my computer when I do not want it
| > anymore.
| > | Surely I have the sole choice as to what I keep and what I delete, but
| > not
| > | with this 'bar-steward' so called security/critical update.
| > | I am afraid that MS did con us less aware computer users and I do not
| > like
| > | feeling I have been had.
| > | Rgds
| > | Antioch
| > | PS
| > | Be careful - I think Mr Liu writes a bit like yourself ;-)
| >
|
|

 

[antioch]

I have read all those - God knows how many times you keep posting them in
links.
I know I need to educate myself with the workings of a computer. That is
why I read these groups. But quite honestly I think you are the last
person to tell me TO GET EDUCATED.
The below has nothing to do with getting educated. I can read and write and
have been doing so for far longer than you, and probably better than you.
Senility has yet to catch up with me - but sometimes I wonder if it might
not have started to effect yourself in some respects.
Now for your education;
Impose- enforce compliance with, take advantage of -
OR in three simple letters W.G.A.
Lessons are now over - you may go and play in another group.
Oh and please done bother to insult me again.
I only ever reply once to rudeness.
Rgds
Antioch
P.S.
Even Kurt understood - and some misguided people think he is a bit sort of
you know what, until he has a pint

 

[Plato]

I am afraid that MS did con us less aware computer users and I do not like
feeling I have been had.

Then diss MS products and use Linux products. No need to complain as you
have most excellent options.

 

[kurttrail]

Then diss MS products and use Linux products. No need to complain as
you have most excellent options.

And one of the options is to complain about MS's anti-consumer
technologies. MS is more likely to change when its customers complain
in large numbers, and loudly, than if they move to another OS.

The squeaky wheel theory.


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And rattle your walls
For the times they are a-changin'."

 

[Plato]

And one of the options is to complain about MS's anti-consumer
technologies. MS is more likely to change when its customers complain
in large numbers, and loudly, than if they move to another OS.

The squeaky wheel theory.

Of course true. eg basic business theory, ie listen to your customers.

 

[antioch]

Then diss MS products and use Linux products. No need to complain as you
have most excellent options.

Hello Plato
Why should I change to Linux/open office and the like.
I want what I have to be made better and improved.
I came into computer very late in life and started with MS.
I have tried alternatives and just could not get on with them - I would have
liked to though.
It is far too late to learn a whole new 'ball game'.
As a purchaser of goods then I have a right to complain about those goods
when they are not of usable quality etc.
And I do complain where and whenever I can. Not just to MS, but any
retailer or manufacturer.
I have complained about WGA with feedback to MS as many others have.
I have nothing against WGA and its purpose - just the method used to shove
it down my throat and leave it stuck there.
Now if you are the sort that is happy to accept how this WGA was delivered,
that's OK by me.
Rgds
Antioch