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Some could be stolen keys or apparent grey market.   

 

G2A offer a "shield" service, which in the event of your key being invalid will guarantee you another.

 

https://shield.g2a.com/

 

 

 

 

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I saw this

Standalone COAs

Definition: Standalone COAs are COAs that are sold by themselves, without the accompanying software they authenticate. They are often branded as “excess inventory” or “unused labels” and are often counterfeit COAs. Purchasing standalone COAs and passing them off to unsuspecting customers is a form of piracy. How to Avoid: COAs should never be sold, shipped, or purchased on their own, without being affixed to a PC or sold with related Microsoft software (either full packaged product or Microsoft OEM software acquired by system builders). Do not fall victim to standalone COAs

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It does make me wonder how many keys sold on G2A are from computers with those COA stickers!

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Mac - 1.4ghz i5, 4GB DDR3 1600mhz, Intel HD 5000.  x2

 

Endlessly wishing for a BBQ in space.

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Just now, m2234323 said:

I think it  should be license that is tied to a account and you just sign in on the pc and and it get the license  

A fair point, I guess it's a profitable enterprise for Microsoft to charge and license the way they do, though.  

 

In regard to keys for Windows 10, your best options are sites like G2A, a gamble on Reddit, or buying a retail copy of Windows 10 Home or Pro at full price.  

PC - NZXT H510 Elite, Ryzen 5600, 16GB DDR3200 2x8GB, EVGA 3070 FTW3 Ultra, Asus VG278HQ 165hz,

 

Mac - 1.4ghz i5, 4GB DDR3 1600mhz, Intel HD 5000.  x2

 

Endlessly wishing for a BBQ in space.

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