Quick Windows10 question.

[Cookiemonstahr]

hi,

Upgrading to Windows10 from an existing OS isn't as effective as doing a clean install. Fact.

With that being said, how do I do a clean Windows10 install? Should I download the .iso file from Microsoft and create a bootable flash usb drive and boot from it?

If that's the case, what serial code do I enter or how do I activate it?

[Boink]

You can use a Windows 7/8 code to activate Windows 10, just record your current activation code somewhere before you install.

[dappy10]

when you install it via bootable usb, it will bring you to a setup thing where you can enter the key

[Naeaes]

You can use a Windows 7/8 code to activate Windows 10, just record your current activation code somewhere before you install.

Could you cite your source, please? I'd like to learn more. I was under the impression that this is not possible. At least not globally.

[Cookiemonstahr]

Aaaaand what.....if.m..m...my previous Windows isn't really...legit?

[Boink]

Could you cite your source, please? I'd like to learn more. I was under the impression that this is not possible. At least not globally.

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-10/activation-in-windows-10

Aaaaand what.....if.m..m...my previous Windows isn't really...legit?

You don't have to activate. If you don't Windows will just not allow you to access any personalization settings and you will have a watermark on the lower right hand corner of your desktop. Otherwise you will still have a fully functional OS. Just keep in mind that Microsoft can change this at any time as you will still receive updates as normal.

If you are looking for discounted keys, G2A sells windows 7 and 8 keys for ~$45.