[MERGED] Windows 8 discussion - Page 20

21-11-2012, 10:46

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Originally Posted by Sirius

indeed your correct however I need a system that works with the software I use and that includes cod4 , it works in windows 7 but does not work in windows 8. It's simple I need to use the version that works, now I could just use the key I was given by a friend buts that's Iliigal or I could use a hacked copy that's Iliigal. I want to use my legal copy but Microsoft have moved the goal posts. I will yet again be on the phone to them today but it's hard work as its an overseas call centre and the line quality is not good for me as I wear hearing aids.

how much do the calls cost? stop being stubborn dude and use the key you been given

BenMcr · 21-11-2012, 10:48

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Originally Posted by tizmeinnit

how much do the calls cost? stop being stubborn dude and use the key you been given

Why should he? He has a legal key that he has paid for, and this is Microsoft's issue.

21-11-2012, 10:57

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Originally Posted by BenMcr

Why should he? He has a legal key that he has paid for, and this is Microsoft's issue.

because the EULA which you agree to says so

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What about upgrading the software?
The software covered by this agreement is an upgrade to your existing operating system software, so the upgrade replaces the original software that you are upgrading. You do not retain any rights to the original software after you have upgraded and you may not continue to use it or transfer it in any way. This agreement governs your rights to use the upgrade software and replaces the agreement for the software from which you upgraded. After you complete your upgrade, additional software will be required to playback or record certain types of media, including DVDs.

BenMcr · 21-11-2012, 11:11

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Originally Posted by tizmeinnit

because the EULA which you agree to says so

Still Microsoft's issue as their own FAQ says you can go back

21-11-2012, 11:12

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Originally Posted by BenMcr

Still Microsoft's issue as their own FAQ says you can go back

linky

Sirius · 21-11-2012, 11:24

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Originally Posted by tizmeinnit

linky

http://www.cableforum.co.uk/board/35499654-post275.html

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Originally Posted by tizmeinnit

how much do the calls cost? stop being stubborn dude and use the key you been given

Because as you have pointed out in this link its illegal

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What about upgrading the software?
The software covered by this agreement is an upgrade to your existing operating system software, so the upgrade replaces the original software that you are upgrading. You do not retain any rights to the original software after you have upgraded and you may not continue to use it or transfer it in any way. This agreement governs your rights to use the upgrade software and replaces the agreement for the software from which you upgraded. After you complete your upgrade, additional software will be required to playback or record certain types of media, including DVDs.

21-11-2012, 11:26

I found that and it does give you an arguement but the EULA makes it clear though and you did agree to it. You know me I am no fan of how M$ licence their software. You pay for it but its never yours. I hate it its capitalism to the core so I do not tend to pay for OS's and screw them but your wasting money on calls and getting yourself stressed without need

And dude when you ever given a toss about copyright lol lol

Sirius · 21-11-2012, 11:43

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Originally Posted by tizmeinnit

I found that and it does give you an arguement but the EULA makes it clear though and you did agree to it. You know me I am no fan of how M$ licence their software. You pay for it but its never yours. I hate it its capitalism to the core so I do not tend to pay for OS's and screw them but your wasting money on calls and getting yourself stressed without need

And dude when you ever given a toss about copyright lol lol

The calls are 0800 and sometimes you just have to stick to your guns because the attitude of the first person i spoke to made me so sodding annoyed.

21-11-2012, 11:52

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Originally Posted by Sirius

The calls are 0800 and sometimes you just have to stick to your guns because the attitude of the first person i spoke to made me so sodding annoyed.

fair enough I hope you get your way

Russ · 21-11-2012, 13:48

So what if I'm installing it on a machine that had 7 pre-installed? My computer was only switched on for about 3 minutes before I put 8 on it and now I've gone back to 7, everything is working fine. So if I went back to 8 again then returned to 7 in the future what is likely to happen?

21-11-2012, 13:57

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Originally Posted by Russ

So what if I'm installing it on a machine that had 7 pre-installed? My computer was only switched on for about 3 minutes before I put 8 on it and now I've gone back to 7, everything is working fine. So if I went back to 8 again then returned to 7 in the future what is likely to happen?

well if you recover using pre installed OS them there is a chance nothing untoward will happen as the OS does not need to be activated. As I said I made my own system image prior to install

Russ · 21-11-2012, 14:07

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Originally Posted by tizmeinnit

well if you recover using pre installed OS them there is a chance nothing untoward will happen as the OS does not need to be activated.

Yeah that's what I thought. When I started the computer up for the first time it did not ask to be activated or anything.

When I installed 8 I selected the 'keep nothing' option but when it started up for the first time it had the 'Build 9200' message in the bottom corner even though I'd entered my serial ok. Turns out I'd reached my 'install limit' or whatever for that key so I had to activate by phone which worked but was a pain in the b'tox.

SnoopZ · 24-11-2012, 13:32

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Originally Posted by Sirius

The calls are 0800 and sometimes you just have to stick to your guns because the attitude of the first person i spoke to made me so sodding annoyed.

Any resolution on your windows 7 key? as your posts have really put me off risking my legit Windows 7 now.

I will probably do Tiz work around before the Â£15 deal expires though.

Sirius · 24-11-2012, 13:34

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Originally Posted by SnoopZ

Any resolution on your windows 7 key? as your posts have really put me off risking my legit Windows 7 now.

I will probably do This work around before the Â£15 deal expires though.

They are adamant they will NOT give me my key back. Its the last time i ever PAY for a micro$oft product again

. So i will use the key i have been given and Microsoft can go forth in short jerky movements from now. The windows 8 POSS has now been uninstalled

24-11-2012, 13:48

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Originally Posted by Sirius

They are adamant they will NOT give me my key back. Its the last time i ever PAY for a micro$oft product again

. So i will use the key i have been given and Microsoft can go forth in short jerky movements from now. The windows 8 POSS has now been uninstalled

you liked it had it not been for Cod4 not working

I do not blame you though I only paid for win 8 because it was so cheap