No XP SP2 for Pirated Windows

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Should Microsoft do this?

Yes why should the pirates get the update?
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No as it will help the constant spread of viruses
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67%
 
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No XP SP2 for Pirated Windows

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Post by 117 »

i was told that a court had told Microsoft that they had to make it available to the pirated versions. dunno where i heard that tho

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Post by mr mixin »

So what they mean is that it won't install if you have a dodgy serial number. I'm sure SP1 had that too. It's easy to get around, and there'll be guides on how to do it like 2hours after sp2 is released :P
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Forget the pirated versions, They made sure most users wont get very happy... since it Fubar just about any comp it touches. :x
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