Rumours are that Microsoft have plans to do away with full retail copies of it's next os. Now like with all other windows rumours I wouldn't hold your breath but still.....
Reference:
Microsoft may scrap full retail edition of Windows 8, offer OEM and upgrade only | The Verge
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