Windows XP pro

[Bobby Jones]

I find myself with a bootleg copy of XP Pro. Is there a way to use an
upgrade (legal) version to make this legal or do I have to buy a complete
copy of XP Pro and reload all of my applications?

Any help will be greatly appreciated.

 

[Guest]

Who gave you the "bootleg" copy of XP? Did it come with your PC?
You can force them to supply you with a proper (OEM or retail) copy
of XP. Or threaten to take legal action (lol). Check your system for
the Key Code.
Magical Jelly Bean Keyfinder v1.41
http://www.magicaljellybean.com/keyfinder.shtml
Then contact MS for a replace of a lost or damaged disk. Good luck.
How to replace lost, broken, or missing Microsoft software or hardware
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=326246

 

[Yves Leclerc]

If you have a "bogus" XP Pro install, you can "repair" this with a legal
version by:

1) Buy a full copy of XP Pro (OEM or Retail)

AND

2) Follow the steps to do a repair re-install on top of the "bogus" version.
This should replace the "cracked" files and CD Key.


Then, consider denouncing the company who originally sold you the bootleg
software to Microsoft.

 

[deebs]

I find myself with a bootleg copy of XP Pro. Is there a way to use an
upgrade (legal) version to make this legal or do I have to buy a complete
copy of XP Pro and reload all of my applications?

Any help will be greatly appreciated.

http://www.bsa.org/