On the same day that Windows 10 launched for PCs, it looks like pirates have already managed to figure out how to get the first two without paying a dime and without having to crack Windows 10. When Microsoft revealed that Windows 10 would have seven editions, the company also disclosed that the free upgrades for genuine users were to Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Pro, and Windows 10 Mobile.
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They can use every feature, run Windows Update without any issue, and overall get the full Windows 10 experience for free just like any Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 user. Just like genuine users, these pirates are even getting new Windows 10 product keys, in case they want to do a fresh install. 30+ sessions and 500+ attendees are set to arrive, so don’t want to miss this opportunity to expand your network. Re-experience the excitement of connecting with your community live at GamesBeat Summit’s in-person event on April 26 in Los Angeles, CA, and virtually April 27-28. That part isn’t a huge surprise - Microsoft did say pirates would be able to get Windows 10 - but the fact that Windows 10 is showing as “activated” is eyebrow-raising: Over on these two Reddit threads in the subreddit Piracy, both Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 users are reporting they have managed to successfully upgrade their pirated copy of Microsoft’s operating system to the latest and greatest. In May, the company reaffirmed this stance, but today we’re learning that pirates are successfully upgrading to Windows 10 for free. In March, reports suggested the offer would extend to pirates, though when we followed up with Microsoft, it turned out the Windows licenses would stay non-genuine and would be unsupported. Over the past few months, there has been a lot of hype surrounding Windows 10, in part because Microsoft is offering free Windows 10 upgrades to those running Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows Phone 8.1. GamesBeat Summit 2022 returns with its largest event for leaders in gaming on April 26-28th. Reserve your spot here!