Microsoft asks that you activate Windows so that we may verify that your

installation is done with a genuine Microsoft product. When you activate Windows,
you are not required to send any personal information to Microsoft. Activation is
completely anonymous.

During activation, Windows creates a unique hardware identification that

represents the configuration of the PC at the time of activation.The hardware
identification does not include any personal information, any information about
software or data that may reside on your PC, or any information about the specific
make or model of your PC. The hardware identification identifies only the PC and
only for the sole purpose of activation. Windows can detect and tolerate changes
to your PC configuration. Minor upgrades will not require re-activation. If you
completely overhaul your PC you may be required to activate Windows again.

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activation you may also provide your name and other contact
information if you want to register your product with Microsoft. If you choose to
register your product,
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