Buying software on eBay
January 31, 2005
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I want to install Windows XP Home Edition Upgrade but I haven't purchased it yet because I'm a bit leery about buying it from eBay. The seller insists the package is new and includes the COA. Can these products be installed successfully again on a different PC?
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Jim,
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This is a tricky question. From what you describe, it sounds like this meets Microsoft's criteria for transferring ownership. Here's a knowledge base article from Microsoft on the subject.
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