homemade computer

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Discussions tagged with 'homemade computer' on WindowsForum.com focus on licensing and activation challenges for custom-built PCs. A common question involves reusing an OEM Windows 7 license on a new self-built machine after the original computer has been recycled. Users seek guidance on purchasing a new license and the installation process for their homemade computer. The tag covers practical troubleshooting around Windows licensing for DIY systems, reflecting real-world scenarios where builders need to comply with Microsoft's OEM license terms while assembling their own hardware.
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    Windows 7 Windows 7 license question

    I have an OEM copy of Windows 7 from a few years ago. The computer I had used it on has been recycled and no longer exists. Can I install this on my new homemade computer by purchasing a new license? If so how do I do it?