Hmm, the sign up was actually pretty painless. MS does want you to be a "partner" but all that involved was the creation of a company. No info on the "company" is required other than some preference info and an address which can be your home. You can be truthful and state that your company employes one (you) and does not sell anything. I do not know if it would be considered fraudulent to do this but I was very honest about this corp of one and MS happily accepted my request. Thanks for the great deal.
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