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Beemer
01-26-2005, 02:00 PM
Aiming to crack down on counterfeit software, Microsoft plans later this year to require customers to verify that their copy of Windows is genuine before downloading security patches and other add-ons to the operating system.

Hmm, wonder how long it will last...

Full Story:http://news.com.com/Microsoft+Legit+Windows+or+no+updates/2100-1016_3-5550205.html?tag=nefd.top

KryoNexus
01-26-2005, 04:51 PM
it'll last until another leaked copy from Dell makes it out onto IRC.

Kattikawn
01-26-2005, 06:24 PM
The program, known as Windows Genuine Advantage, also offers perks to those who verify their copy of Windows. Those who do can get free software as well as discounts on other Microsoft products and services.


Oh I'm sure people are going to be practically throwing themselves on board for more quality programs from Microsoft.

XPTB
01-26-2005, 07:41 PM
if that actually works, they are going to wonder why 75% of their server load has disappeared