Microsoft Genuine Advantage Validation Tool Submitted by Sashi

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Microsoft have finally begun requiring Windows users to verify that their copy of Windows is genuine before downloading add-ons or updates to the OS via Windows Update.

I also just read on LCF’s blog that security updates are exempt from this check.

And interestingly enough, this verification check has been cracked with a beautifully simple solution - details here.

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I have no problems with these at the office, since all our OSs are either OEM or open-source, so verification took place without a cinch.

But in err… other locales… I might just be tempted to use the crack instead.

Please note - whether or not you use original or pirated OS, please update it. It’s amazing how many people - even so-called IT experts - refuse to protect their PC from harm simply because they believe they are immune.

People - if there’s one thing anyone who is ever online should know - NO ONE IS IMMUNE.