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I think you can just install a pirated version, run the Windows Genuine Advantage check (or whatever it's called). It will report that it's a bootleg version then give you an offer to pay for the license to make it legal.


Why bother? If Microsoft doesn't want my Windows 7 money, they won't get it.




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