[SOLVED] Where should I get Windows 10 from?

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So I haven't built my pc yet and there are a lot of places I could get windows 10 from, where should I get it fro? What's reliable and what's not?
 
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Ok, and which that amazon example, do I just have to download the windows 10 set up on a usb and then use the code from that dvd version? Or do I have to buy a usb version of Windows 10? Thank you.
 
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ALWAYS download Windows directly from Microsoft.
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10

As for a key, I suggest you read this before spending any money. This article explains all of the places to get keys as well as the pros and cons of each.
https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/get-windows-10-free-or-cheap,5717.html

Everyone will agree that buying a key from an official retailer (EX: Newegg, Amazon, Outlet PC, B+H) is the safest way to get windows 10, however, this route is expensive.

You can run windows 10 unactivated for as long as you like by simply clicking "I don't have a key" during installation. Unactivated Windows 10 is 100% free but does have a few restrictions such as a watermark.

Or you can go with a cheap key from sites like G2A, SCDkeys, and GVGmall. These keys usually work (I have had luck with SCDkeys) and are far more affordable than the $100 keys you see elsewhere. The issue is there is no way to verify where the key came from, whether it will work, or what happens if it doesnt work.
 
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NightHawkRMX said:
ALWAYS download Windows directly from Microsoft.
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10

As for a key, I suggest you read this before spending any money. This article explains all of the places to get keys as well as the pros and cons of each.
https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/get-windows-10-free-or-cheap,5717.html

Everyone will agree that buying a key from an official retailer (EX: Newegg, Amazon, Outlet PC, B+H) is the safest way to get windows 10, however, this route is expensive.

You can run windows 10 unactivated for as long as you like. It is free but does have a few restrictions.

Or you can go with a cheap key from sites like G2A, SCDkeys, and GVGmall. These keys usually work (I have had luck with SCDkeys) and are far more affordable than the $100 keys you see elsewhere. The issue is there is no way to verify where the key came from, whether it will work, or what happens if it doesnt work.
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Ok thanks, I’ve heard that Kinguin is good and allows returns if it doesn’t work and stuff, is this true?
 
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The Toms Hardware article I linked talks about Kinguin and returns specifically under the heading "Buy a Cheap Windows 10 Key From a Third-Party Seller"

Basically, the VP of communications at Kinguin says this:
“If there's ever a problem with a key being already activated or something like that, our customer support team helps you get a new key… And that merchant would be in deep trouble, so they are very careful with it,” Jordan said."

In theory you should be able to get help. I cannot vouch for this.
 
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NightHawkRMX said:
The Toms Hardware article I liked talks about Kinguin and returns specifically under the heading "Buy a Cheap Windows 10 Key From a Third-Party Seller"

Basically, the VP of communications at Kinguin says this:
“If there's ever a problem with a key being already activated or something like that, our customer support team helps you get a new key… And that merchant would be in deep trouble, so they are very careful with it,” Jordan said."

In theory you should be able to get help. I cannot vouch for this.
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Ok thanks, do you know any place I could ask someone who has bought an oem from Kinguin?
 
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