I recently downloaded Win8 from Windows site. Now I get a screen saying I must activate the account. I had factory installed Win7 before. How do I get a Product Key to activate my new Win8. The site says I can buy a new one. Why didn't they provide one when they allowed me to download Win8. How can I get a new product key so I can activate my account? Thank you
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The thread discusses a user who downloaded the Windows 8 Release Preview and is unclear about activating it with a product key, as it was originally installed over Windows 7. A respondent clarifies that the version is still in Beta and free from official sources, warning against scams and suggesting a generic key for initial setup. The conversation emphasizes that the Beta version does not require a purchased product key and includes a link to official FAQs for further guidance.
The thread discusses a user who downloaded the Windows 8 Release Preview and is unclear about activating it with a product key, as it was originally installed over Windows 7. A respondent clarifies that the version is still in Beta and free from official sources, warning against scams and suggesting a generic key for initial setup. The conversation emphasizes that the Beta version does not require a purchased product key and includes a link to official FAQs for further guidance.
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From where did you download? Windows 8 is still in Beta. Currently it is at the "release preview" stage. It is free and legal to download from official sources without charge. Whoever is asking you to buy a licence, which is not yet available, is skamming you, so I doubt your download was from the correct site.. When you download from a legit source, there is normally a "key" at that site, which you must use in the initial stages of the install. here is the original source, but, meanwhile, see if this universal key will work TK8TP-9JN6P-7X7WW-RFFTV-B7QPF
Windows 8 Release Preview
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