hagjohn Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 I've reinstalled about 7 times and not once did I ever have to call. If it asks you to call... Just re-register (enter your name and address) again and it will activate. Uh, yeah, it is a pain calling MS. I am not a criminal, and I don't like someone even hinting at the possible suggestion that I may even be a criminal. What? Were you raised to think that everyone's a criminal until judged not to be so in some kind of Orwellian nightmare? What sort of life is that? :rolleyes: Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587448082 Share on other sites More sharing options...
nexus291 Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 new version is out, & also on Windows Update there is a new update, WGA validation tooltip, but that tool tip is optional, i updated to the new version 1.5.526, everything is going fine Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587448272 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotdog666al Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 Once Vista comes out the Mac will be behind in features. Except the Mac can now run Mac OS X, XP and Vista. :laugh: - WGA Blows. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587448322 Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Anthony Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 Good thing Microsoft sent me a free copy of Windows Xp Pro. For reasons I have yet to figure out. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587448442 Share on other sites More sharing options...
chimera963 Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 Except the Mac can now run Mac OS X, XP and Vista. :laugh: - WGA Blows. damn right! The mac now runs windows, linux and os x :p Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587448578 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNay Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 new version is out, & also on Windows Update there is a new update, WGA validation tooltip, but that tool tip is optional, i updated to the new version 1.5.526, everything is going fine That version has been out for over a week now :) This is the evil update for you pirates, Windows Genuine Advantage Notification (KB905474) The Windows Genuine Advantage Notification tool notifies you if your copy of Windows is not genuine. If your system is found to be a non-genuine, the tool will help you obtain a licensed copy of Windows. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587448597 Share on other sites More sharing options...
nekrosoft13 Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 I've reinstalled about 7 times and not once did I ever have to call. If it asks you to call... Just re-register (enter your name and address) again and it will activate. you sure about that? mine only worked about 2-3 times over the web, after that i had to call and talk to that damn machine, after another 2-3 times the machine kept transfering me to a live person that usally couldn't even speak english correctly. I have 2 academic XP Pros and one XP Home OEM. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587448611 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkTorizo Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 This is the evil update for you pirates, Windows Genuine Advantage Notification (KB905474) The Windows Genuine Advantage Notification tool notifies you if your copy of Windows is not genuine. If your system is found to be a non-genuine, the tool will help you obtain a licensed copy of Windows. Speaking of... There is already a workaround on Bittorrent. lol. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587448615 Share on other sites More sharing options...
madnuke Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 I say we all club together with a paypal account to buy a corporate copy :laugh: Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587448762 Share on other sites More sharing options...
XPGoD Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 It doesn't appear that this "Update" is that manditory... You can UNCHECK the update from coming in... Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587448798 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julius Caro Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 What's everyone complaining about? It's not like you will be affected (unless you ARE running an illegal version of Windows, then you have no excuse for complaining :crazy: ). I know it's a hassle, heck I have to call Singapore everytime I install Windows in my computer, at least you've got Toll-Free numbers. I have to pay up to RM 30 on calls alone. I'm Malaysian and the nearest shop sells Windows XP Pro for RM 5 but I still went and bought the original one which costs RM 500. It is a lot of money here but I prefer original than pirated especially considering the fact that if you buy the pirated copy, you're committing a crime :yes: . I believe it is a good move by Microsoft and I applaud their decision, though I hope it will be a smooth transition. PSG22 Well excusme, I run 4 legal versions of windows and I DO complain. I just hope this thing doesnt attempt to validate without my knowledge. If I ever need something from windows update or whatever, I will validate it.. See, it's more like a matter of privacy to me. Microsoft wants to know if my version of windows is legit? Then they better come and check those damn stickers themselves. As I said, I don't know if this WGA attempts to validate without the user knowing it... Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587448819 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julius Caro Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 I now own all my copys of XP since I've got the cash to do it... before.. I was just to damn poor lol then again.. it's alot easer to install a cracked version then a legit version.. and thats just damn sad Exactly, I betcha this is going to end up beeing more annoying to those running legit versions than those who just find their way around it. Sad, but true :p Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587448852 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary_Player Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 Does it just validate windows? I'm wondering if they'll move into validating other MS software as well... office, streets and tips, encarta, and whatever else I'm guessing this is just pre-game for whatever they're planning to do with Vista...that doesn't bode well for users - Vista is ugly looking enough without having to deal with *bong* ValidateMe? *bong* ValidateMe? flashing in your ****ing face everytime you try to do something Yes, WE as powerusers can all disable the annoying little popups but ma and pa average computer user type folk arn't going to know you can do that Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587448879 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nexus- Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 People will crack this for sure i bet It was cracked months and months ago. In fact its as simple as "uping" the version number on a certain dll that has been cracked and it continues to work. It suprises me how many times i have had to "up" that version number and yet it still works. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587448882 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkTorizo Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 I say we all club together with a paypal account to buy a corporate copy :laugh: The Neowin Corporate Edition. :D Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587448925 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dlorenzo Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 The Neowin Corporate Edition. :D Count me in!! Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587448929 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaidiir Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 Yes because clicking "Activate Windows" with your mouse is too damn hard. Get over your stupid mac already. Nobody cares. Macs are way overrated. Once Vista comes out the Mac will be behind in features. There are going to be Direct 3D 10 games at E3 and there are going to be all kinds of applications opening up with .NET and Windows Presentation Foundation to be even caring about the Mac. Apple should start getting ready to make windows apps.... oh wait they already do! hahaha THANK YOU :D Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587449002 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMoney Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 The Neowin Corporate Edition. :D Count me in too. Also, Microsoft knowledge base article says that it can be removed in Add/Remove programs. Even the most novice user will be able to cut it off. Seems pointless to me. http://support.microsoft.com/kb/905474/ Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587449162 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fragmore Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 If you buy Windows you have no problem. If you have not paid then you should be incarcerated. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587449216 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xab Posted April 25, 2006 Share Posted April 25, 2006 If you buy Windows you have no problem. If you have not paid then you should be incarcerated. I agree. Heck, we should just do like Saudi Arabia and cut off people's hands for stealing Windows. Microsoft doesn't make enough money as it is. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587449232 Share on other sites More sharing options...
theyarecomingforyou Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 If you have not paid then you should be incarcerated. Yeah, in prison along with all the other serious offences like public nudity and speeding; you might as well free all the wife beaters to make room. :rolleyes: Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587449292 Share on other sites More sharing options...
manifesto Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Count me in too. Also, Microsoft knowledge base article says that it can be removed in Add/Remove programs. Even the most novice user will be able to cut it off. Seems pointless to me. http://support.microsoft.com/kb/905474/ Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587449327 Share on other sites More sharing options...
markwolfe Veteran Posted April 26, 2006 Veteran Share Posted April 26, 2006 Yes, WE as powerusers can all disable the annoying little popups but ma and pa average computer user type folk arn't going to know you can do thatUmmm... yeah. :unsure:They are the ones who buy from Dell and such. Even those that buy from a local store can call up the people they purchased from and get walked-through. Or contact Microsoft, if the business is "shady". It isn't going to be the end of the world, even for "average grandma & grandpa" types. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587449443 Share on other sites More sharing options...
devish Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Yes because clicking "Activate Windows" with your mouse is too damn hard. Get over your stupid mac already. Nobody cares. Macs are way overrated. Once Vista comes out the Mac will be behind in features. There are going to be Direct 3D 10 games at E3 and there are going to be all kinds of applications opening up with .NET and Windows Presentation Foundation to be even caring about the Mac. Apple should start getting ready to make windows apps.... oh wait they already do! This guy obviously never tried 10.4 :sleep: even Pauly admits that MS copies various features from Mac ... oh and remember... 10.5 is just on the horizon :whistle: Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587449500 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fAlCoNNiAn Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 The Neowin Corporate Edition. :D how much does a VLK license cost? Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/454715-microsoft-is-taking-wga-to-the-next-level/page/7/#findComment-587449649 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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