Microsoft Targets Windows XP Counterfeiters With Pioneering Product Replacement Offer
In response to the discovery of high quality counterfeit versions of Microsoft Windows(r) XP, Microsoft announced today the start of its Windows XP Counterfeit Project.
Microsoft is inviting anyone unsure as to the legitimacy of their Windows XP software to submit their product to Microsoft for analysis. Software that is found to be counterfeit will be replaced for free* subject to the Terms and Conditions of the offer.
"This is a great opportunity for users to confirm the authenticity of Windows XP software whilst helping gather vital information about illegal traders," said Alex Hilton, Licence Compliance Manager at Microsoft Ltd.
"Illegal software is a risk to users as it is less dependable, less secure and unsupported. I'd urge anyone who has suspicions to submit their Windows XP software for testing today."
The Windows XP Counterfeit Project is the latest initiative from Microsoft to target the illegal software market. The project will allow Microsoft to collate intelligence quickly and work with the authorities to act decisively against illegal traders and other systematic abusers.
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