Mr_Adam Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 I made the buy - 4 months of squirreling and saving to complete my goal of a new computer, to arrive in the next week ^_^ Unfortunately, some research into Windows 7 made me realize almost too late that the product I was going to buy would screw me over, so for now I'll be using 32bit xp - but windows 7 is an upgrade I'd like to make. Which Windows 7 product should I get so that I don't get screwed over by Microsoft? I want to be able to upgrade if that's something I decide to do, and I'd like to be able to be somewhat warranted on the pc I build myself. Thanks so much! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ember Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obfuscator Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 I'm not sure what you mean by getting "screwed over". I think having to use Windows, let alone pay for it, fits that description.With a little more detail on what you're trying to avoid, we'll be better able to help.Lol Linux fanboy. :P If you're talking price-wise, most versions of windows allow multiple pc's to be licenced with them, hence the high price. If you know you're only ever going to use that copy on one pc, I'd buy an OEM version, such as here: http://www.newegg.ca/Store/SubCategory.aspx?SubCategory=368&name=Operating-Systems "It's not a rest for me, it's a rest for the weights." - Dom Mazzetti Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sbrideau Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 I'm going to say the same as Y_Guy, and I have to add that I prefer Pro, but the Home Premium version fits most users. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlzPuddngPlz Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 Just adding on - If you know someone who works in computer repair/ building, ask them if you can borrow a disk and buy a sticker (product code) off them.Might save you about $20, but if you're really tight for cash it'll work, and you might get a better version than otherwise. I'm currently running 7 home premium 64-bit on a desktop and a laptop, and I like it. Sig by me, in MS paint, but I'm still working on it. Suggestions appreciated This guide is as concise as a gourmet's handbook with the guidelines of "Pick up fork, stab food, insert into your mouth, then chew". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Adam Posted October 21, 2010 Author Share Posted October 21, 2010 Well, my dad said he might be able to snag me Windows 7 at work... but no word on that yet. If I buy anything but OEM, will I be able to install Windows 7 on multiple computers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indy500fan Posted October 21, 2010 Share Posted October 21, 2010 Well, my dad said he might be able to snag me Windows 7 at work... but no word on that yet. If I buy anything but OEM, will I be able to install Windows 7 on multiple computers? No, they are just for one license on one computer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sbrideau Posted October 21, 2010 Share Posted October 21, 2010 Although if you buy retail the install won't be tied to the motherboard of the computer you install it on, but for that and the little support you will require, I do not think the difference in price is worth it, that's why I'd still go with OEM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Adam Posted October 22, 2010 Author Share Posted October 22, 2010 I managed to get Windows 7 from my dad's office. Thanks for all the help, but this thread is no longer necessary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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