Windows 10 (Bought online from ElectronicFirst)

[Lyzone]

So, I bought windows 10 from ElectronicFirst. On my downloads, the picture of it is what looks like a disk reader with windows above it, yet the file is 9 KB. When I try to open it in Notepad or Notepad++, it shows a bunch of jibberish that I don't understand. If you need more info, reply and I'll get back to you asap

 

[EchohcE]

Sounds like you were just robbed, unless the download isn't finished. Is that the completed download?

 

[Rogue Leader]

I agree sounds like you got ripped off.

You should always buy Windows from an Authorized reseller. You're not the first person here this has happened to.

 

[Lyzone]

The download is finished, I'm not stupid. I read up on multiple sources from multiple different sites, said they were legit. I'll give some pictures.
https://gyazo.com/22e81776f294a48261e81e9ac3c0b573
https://gyazo.com/c14a5dd66ce6cbf2328b801a2fe3015d

 

[EchohcE]

Remember, you can buy Windows 10 from Microsoft themselves, on their own website.

 

[Lyzone]

Bought it from paypal too, so if it's ripped off I'm charge backing.

 

[Lyzone]

Remember, you can buy Windows 10 from Microsoft themselves, on their own website.

... Why are you replying?
I bought it for $15 from this one site. I wanted to buy from Kinguin but it was $10 more, apparently that'd be worth the money considering these guys gave no instructions.

 

[EchohcE]

Those images say your order was for a 'Gaming Card'. Windows 10 is not a gaming card. You were robbed.

Also, $15? Windows 10 costs at least $100.

 

[Lyzone]

Those images say your order was for a 'Gaming Card'. Windows 10 is not a gaming card. You were robbed.

Also, $15? Windows 10 costs at least $100.

Right..

 

[EchohcE]

https://www.microsoftstore.com/store/msusa/en_US/pdp/Windows-10-Home/productID.319937100

Actually, yes, I AM right. I'm glad we agree.

 

[The Paladin]

why pay 119$ when you can order from Frys electronics web site (legit hardware store) for 110$

 

[Rogue Leader]

If they were giving you the real deal they would have provided you with a windows activation key not some sort of download. Especially that you can download the installer direct from Microsoft themselves, so really all you need is the key.

If you don't have a key you got ripped off.

Now that said theres a ton of places like this, Kinguin included that have ripped off many of our members. The reason the licenses are so cheap is because they are sometimes stolen or otherwise obtained outside of Microsofts TOS. We have had users have their keys invalidated and Windows deactivate. There are many legit sources you can get a Windows license around 90 bucks. I highly suggest that.

 

[EchohcE]

why pay 119$ when you can order from Frys electronics web site (legit hardware store) for 110$

Very true

 

[Lyzone]

https://www.microsoftstore.com/store/msusa/en_US/pdp/Windows-10-Home/productID.319937100

Actually, yes, I AM right. I'm glad we agree.

I was never replying to that specific message about Microsoft. You are correct saying I can buy from Microsoft themselves, but I don't want to seeing as it costs $120 and I can get it for $40 or less.

 

[EchohcE]

https://www.microsoftstore.com/store/msusa/en_US/pdp/Windows-10-Home/productID.319937100

Actually, yes, I AM right. I'm glad we agree.

I was never replying to that specific message about Microsoft. You are correct saying I can buy from Microsoft themselves, but I don't want to seeing as it costs $120 and I can get scammed again.

Fixed.

 

[ex_bubblehead]

Closing this before it spirals any further down the hole and people have to be banned.