How to Pay Less on Microsoft Windows Operation System

Why would you need a copy of Microsoft Windows? Either you want to upgrade your Windows version, or you have an Intel-based Mac computer that you want to run Windows as well. In the latter, you need a copy of Windows, to run on a Boot Camp or Parallel for Mac.

Use a proper search term to look for OEM version of Windows Operation save you more than 50% compared to the regular version. Here's how: search for a licensed copy of the Windows OS of OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) version with the word 'OEM' at the end of OS name you're looking for. For example, "Microsoft Windows Pro OEM". An OEM version is what Microsoft ships to computer makers to load onto their systems . It's just the CD-ROM without manual or support. Typically you pay less than half the retail price for a licensed copy.

written by Charles Gwa on 2006-10-30
last revised by Kyle Ko on 2007-07-03