Is this PowerShell command for activating Office safe?
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CuriousCat42
Hey folks! I found this PowerShell script that claims to activate Microsoft Office, but I'm feeling a bit apprehensive about running it. I want to make sure it's not hiding anything shady, like viruses or keyloggers. Here's the command I'm looking at:
```powershell
> PowerShell (Admin)
> irm https://get.activated.win | iex
```
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That's pretty scary to think about! If there's any doubt, I’d advise against running it. Better to find a safe way to activate your software.
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Honestly, I’d say it's not safe. The command uses `irm` (Invoke-RestMethod) to download something from a sketchy URL, which is definitely a red flag since that’s not an official Microsoft site. Plus, `iex` (Invoke-Expression) runs whatever it pulled in, so you could be running code that’s hiding something malicious. Just steer clear of trying to pirate Office.
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I personally wouldn’t trust it at all. Better to be safe than sorry when it comes to scripts like this!
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It’s not safe in the legal sense either. It’s actually a piracy method, as you’re trying to activate Office unlawfully. Just stick with legit options to avoid any trouble.
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CuriousCat42: Good info, thanks!!!