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The thread discusses the disparity in pricing between free Windows 10 upgrades and the cost of upgrading to Windows 8.1 Pro, with the original poster questioning why Windows 10 updates are free while upgrading from Windows 8.1 Pro requires payment. The second user suggests that Windows 8.1 Pro can be found at lower prices and recommends purchasing Windows 7 Pro and upgrading to Windows 8.1 Pro as a more affordable alternative, especially for features like Hyper-V. The overall tone reflects curiosity and practical advice about cost-effective upgrade paths.
weezypenguin

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So why is it that Microsoft in their wisdom give FREE updates to Windows 10, but you still have to pay over $100 for a Windows 8.1 Pro pack update...
Am I missing something or what?
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ussnorway
I've seen 8.1 pro around for far less than $100... I'd recommend you also shop around for a w7 sp1 pro then upgrade that if you want WX pro on the cheap. I needed pro for hyper-v back when 8.1 first came out and considered the money well spent but perhaps networking V-machines isn't your thing?
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I've seen 8.1 pro around for far less than $100... I'd recommend you also shop around for a w7 sp1 pro then upgrade that if you want WX pro on the cheap. I needed pro for hyper-v back when 8.1 first came out and considered the money well spent but perhaps networking V-machines isn't your thing?
 
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