I bought a copy of windows 7 OEM and if I read the fine print at that time, I did not remember the details. I bought it because it was cheaper than retail and I'd always used OEM versions of windows prior to SeVeN.
In order to use the 7 OEM, I'm required to install it using their OEM preinstallation kit. I tried to find somewhere to download the OPK, but it turns out you have to be a Microsoft Partner to get it. So I tried to become a partner and came across some questions in the application that if I answered with any one of the options they gave, I would be lying. Especially the one about the primary business focus of my business. The company I work for does not primarily focus on the options they give. I mean, there is an IT department and without them, the computer I use would not function properly for my work, but I would not consider it a primary focus for the business. I don't want to tick an option that is misleading or deceitful. Windows 7 installation requirements seem much stricter than previous versions. It appears that windows 8 licensing is more lenient toward users who want to build a computer for themselves and others.
Do you think Microsoft will care if I keep files that were created during my illegal grace period? I fully plan to send back one unopened OEM windows 7 home premium package and replace it with windows 8 licenses for 3 or 4 computers. I hate piracy and I'm ashamed to have done it. If I beg forgiveness, will they have mercy?
In order to use the 7 OEM, I'm required to install it using their OEM preinstallation kit. I tried to find somewhere to download the OPK, but it turns out you have to be a Microsoft Partner to get it. So I tried to become a partner and came across some questions in the application that if I answered with any one of the options they gave, I would be lying. Especially the one about the primary business focus of my business. The company I work for does not primarily focus on the options they give. I mean, there is an IT department and without them, the computer I use would not function properly for my work, but I would not consider it a primary focus for the business. I don't want to tick an option that is misleading or deceitful. Windows 7 installation requirements seem much stricter than previous versions. It appears that windows 8 licensing is more lenient toward users who want to build a computer for themselves and others.
Do you think Microsoft will care if I keep files that were created during my illegal grace period? I fully plan to send back one unopened OEM windows 7 home premium package and replace it with windows 8 licenses for 3 or 4 computers. I hate piracy and I'm ashamed to have done it. If I beg forgiveness, will they have mercy?
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