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I need to install an OS on my new PC, don't care what. Windows 7/8/8.1 64bit, either one will do.
I'm a bit overwhelmed with all the different formats and options so I'm not sure what to buy.
I just want a 64bit OS on the one system. Please can someone link me to the right place to but it and maybe tell me differences between the options out there.
I want to spend as little as possible.
 
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Dark Lord of Tech
You need this one.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $89.98
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-07-27 12:41 EDT-0400


With windows 7 OEM the license is tied to the first motherboard it's installed on.With Windows 8.1 you can move it to another build when you are done with this one , but only one computer at a time.With Windows 8.1 you can change all the hardware you want including the motherboard.


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OEM versions of Windows 7 are...
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Dark Lord of Tech

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You need this one.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $89.98
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-07-27 12:41 EDT-0400


With windows 7 OEM the license is tied to the first motherboard it's installed on.With Windows 8.1 you can move it to another build when you are done with this one , but only one computer at a time.With Windows 8.1 you can change all the hardware you want including the motherboard.


Windows7-2.jpg



OEM versions of Windows 7 are identical to Full License Retail versions except for the following:

- OEM versions do not offer any free Microsoft direct support from Microsoft support personnel

- OEM licenses are tied to the very first computer you install and activate it on

- OEM versions allow all hardware upgrades except for an upgrade to a different model motherboard

- OEM versions cannot be used to directly upgrade from an older Windows operating system

Microsoft.com ^


OEM vs. Retail

OEM Windows 7 comes preinstalled on computers. This is the cheapest way to buy windows. Large PC manufacturers like Dell, HP etc. (collectively called royalty OEMs) install windows on millions of such PCs. The main characteristics of such systems are:

The license agreement and support agreement is between you and the PC maker, not MS.

Activation by the end user is not required. Windows is preactivated at the factory by the OEM using images and standard SLP keys.

Your copy of windows is locked to that PC. The license is not transferable.

OEM system builder is what you get when you buy from say Newegg or from a local "white box" vendor. It too has the characteristics of Royalty OEM windows. Although it is possible for an individual to buy a System Builder copy, the license requires that the software be installed using the OPK (OEM preinstall kit) and then resold.

Retail version is what you buy from a retailer like Amazon or Bestbuy. Its a full price version that comes packaged in a retail box with a retail product key. It has to be activated online via MS servers using the key on the box, it is not tied to the PC it was first installed on, though it can only be used on a single computer at a time. And, MS directly provides the support for it. It is also more expensive than OEM copies.

As far as functionality is concerned, theres no difference between any of the versions above, given any specific edition (i.e. between OEM pro and retail pro, or between OEM ultimate and retail ultimate).

sevenforums.com


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Windows 8 is a whole different ballgame.

License agreement for the transfer of a Windows 8 license
http://personaluselicense.windows.com/en-US/default.aspx
 
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ArchBomb

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Alright, thanks for your feedback. You've really cleared things up for me.

Just to tie up those loose end. I need to purchace an OEM? Is that the cheapest option?
Also I live in the UK.
Where is the cheapest place to acquire this?
 
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