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Discussions on WindowsForum.com about OEM vs retail licensing focus on the transferability of Windows licenses, particularly when upgrading from a pre-installed OEM version to a retail Pro license. Users ask whether a retail license purchased directly from Microsoft can be transferred to a new owner when selling a laptop. The community clarifies that retail licenses are tied to the original purchaser's Microsoft account and cannot be legally transferred, unlike licenses from third-party sellers. This highlights key differences in licensing rights between OEM and retail versions.
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    Лицензия windows 11

    Добрый день. Предыстория... Я купил в магазине новый ноут с предустановленной windows 11 home. Затем купил лицензию цифровую windows 11 pro на сайте microsoft рримерно за $150 и активировал ее на этом ноутбуке. Я практически не пользуюсь ноутом и решил его продать. Меня интересует лицензия win...
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    • activation digital license downgrade to windows 11 home license transfer new owner activation oem vs retail licensing product key transfer sell laptop uninstall license windows 11 licensing
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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