Hey everyone! I'm in the process of building a new PC and I need a Windows 11 CD key for activation. The Microsoft Store suggests I buy it from them, but the price is pretty steep. I'm hoping to find some legit alternatives.
I know there are numerous websites selling Windows CD keys at all sorts of prices, but it's tough to tell which ones are reliable. I've heard about OEM keys and retail licenses, and it's all a bit overwhelming.
So, I'm wondering: what's the best way to legally buy a Windows 11 product key that will definitely work for activation? Is it better to go for an OEM key or is a retail version a safer bet? I'd love to hear your recent experiences with buying activation keys!
4 Answers
Be careful with those cheap licenses you find around. A lot of them come from dodgy sources, and you could end up with a key that's not legit. It's not just about saving money; you're risking your setup with stolen goods.
If you're looking for reliability, I recommend buying from Amazon. They're more likely to help out if there are any activation issues later.
I've been buying my keys from Kinguin for about ten years now, and I've never run into any issues... except once when activation failed immediately, but I managed to get it sorted through Microsoft's phone activation. I've used both OEM and retail keys, and honestly, they seem the same to me for my DIY desktop builds.
If you have a Windows 10 key, you might get a free upgrade to Windows 11! Just double-check that your computer meets the requirements. I did have a bad experience with two used Dell computers crashing during the update, so keep that in mind.
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