How to Tell What Type of Windows XP CD or License Key You Have @Technibble

Vikingod · Nov 20, 2007, 03:07 PM

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For the not-so-techie readers, not all Windows XP CDs and Licenses are the same. There are many different types of Windows XP CDs available:

OEM - Which are usually sold with the computer
Retail - Brought stand alone in stores like BestBuy, CompUSA etc..
Upgrade - To upgrade from a previous operating system
Branded - Specifically branded copies from large computer manufacturers like Dell
Action pack - Was part of the Microsoft Action Pack
Volume License - Typically used in large businesses, government and educational institutions

Nov 20, 2007, 03:07 PM	#1
Vikingod Int'l Fish Liaison Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: By the light of lamp I sit and type... Posts: 16,197 Rep Power: 112 System Specs	How to Tell What Type of Windows XP CD or License Key You Have @Technibble Source: Technibble ___________ For the not-so-techie readers, not all Windows XP CDs and Licenses are the same. There are many different types of Windows XP CDs available: OEM - Which are usually sold with the computer Retail - Brought stand alone in stores like BestBuy, CompUSA etc.. Upgrade - To upgrade from a previous operating system Branded - Specifically branded copies from large computer manufacturers like Dell Action pack - Was part of the Microsoft Action Pack Volume License - Typically used in large businesses, government and educational institutions