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Discussions about the genuine label in Windows focus on how users can verify that their copy of Windows is authentic. In Windows Vista and Windows 7, a genuine label appears under System Properties to indicate a valid license. Users upgrading from these versions to Windows 8 may notice the absence of this label and seek an up-to-date genuine validation tool for Windows 8. The available validation application at the time was only compatible with Windows 7, Vista, or earlier versions, leaving Windows 8 users without a direct way to confirm authenticity through the same method.
  1. davidhk129

    Windows 8 About Genuine validation

    In Vista and Win 7, there is a Genuine label under System Properties to prove that it is genuine. I don't see that in my Win 8 Pro which is an upgrade over my Vista computer.( Yes, my Vista was genuine.) Is there an up-to-date Genuine Validation application for Windows 8? The one available is...