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The thread discusses the advantages of purchasing Windows 7 on a CD versus downloading the installation file with a license key. The main point is that a CD provides physical install media, saving time compared to downloading, which is free but time-consuming. One contributor notes that OEM licenses may not be eligible for download and might require purchasing recovery media from the manufacturer, indicating that license type can influence the installation method. Overall, the discussion highlights considerations around convenience, license compatibility, and media availability.

CAG43

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What is the advantage to purchasing Windows 7 on a CD versus simply downloading the file and inserting the license key?
 

Neemobeer

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You have the install media, vs having to download it. The download is freely accessible it just takes time. Other than that nothing.
 

misu183

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[QUOTE="Neemobeer, post: 673467, member: 9 The download is freely accessible it just takes time. Other than that nothing.[/QUOTE]
For a decent connection speed (over 100 Mbs) I don't see a problem. Nevertheless must take into account that via Wi-fi router speed connection will be lower than incoming signal from provider.
 

Rayal

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If your Windows license is OEM version download will not work, I know I tried. Microsoft would not recognize OEM license.

I had to purchase recovery media from manufacturer.