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February 25th news, in order to further combat Windows pirated activities, Microsoft has decided to adjust the original product activation policies. From next week, Microsoft will limit the PC that supports the pre-installed Windows XP operating system via the Internet.
According to CNET, the safety measures will be implemented at the end of this month. First, this measures will apply to PC products that are pre-installed with Windows XP operating systems in the top 20 PC manufacturers in the world. Microsoft's spokesperson said: "The main purpose of Microsoft this is to combat the current increasingly pirated situation."
It is reported that Microsoft's Windows XP operating system is listed in 2001. In order to curb piracy, Microsoft requires new users to register with the Internet or calls after installing Windows XP to ensure the legality of their products.
But from February 28, Microsoft will stop online activation of all Windows XP product serial numbers, which are printed on the Product Authorization Certification (COA) label for 20 largest PC salesmen. In the future, Microsoft will rely on these PC vendors to complete the certification activities.
It is reported that Microsoft conveys the decision to its sales department two weeks ago. Microsoft said that through a new certification program, it is hoped to effectively curb pirated activities through the COA product serial number.
Alex Kochis, Superior License, Microsoft SMB Solutions and Partner Section, said: "The current situation is that no matter if you are from the serial number you get from the legitimate channel, you can activate them online as long as you type these serial numbers. The future situation will be greatly different.
