Windows Xp or Windows 7

vsia2165 on 21/02/2010 - 19:38

Hello,

My trial version of Windows Xp is about to end (30 day trial) and i either need a XP Cd key or brand new.

Is it possible to get either XP or Windows 7 for 100 bucks?

Any help would be greatly appreciated

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inherentchoice on 21/02/2010 - 22:19

Yes it is.

Have a look at the thread here for some more info: http://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/22345

With Win7 you can get it for $50 if you're a student, and it seems the OEM version is going for around $100.
vsia2165 on 22/02/2010 - 06:49

My XP expires in a few days.
Can i still get the Win7 (50 dollar) upgrade?

Or do i have to get the new OEM version for 108 dollars?
- inherentchoice on 22/02/2010 - 19:06
  
  I guess it mostly depends on whether you have access to an email address ending in .edu.au or someone who's willing to let you use theirs. I was reading that the $50 version can work as a clean install. If it fails you can always follow one of the three methods here: http://www.winsupersite.com/win7/clean_install_upgrade_media…
  
  As a last resort you could also have a look at the open source alternatives (linux/unbuntu).