Re: [libreplanet-discuss] What can i do with my windows licences

[Fabian Rodriguez]

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Le 12-12-03 10:03 PM, pascal@diogoantunes.org a écrit :
> Hi,
> i have some windows licences (XP,7,8) paid (by me) or not (with a
buying computer), and i would to know what do you advise me?
> What can we do with this, to send a strong message?
> "I have a licence windows with my new (or old) computer. It's too hard
to be refund, but ... Looks everyone, i don't want this... I choose a
free OS that respect my freedom for my computing."
>
> Ideas?

I'd keep one of each and build virtual machines in VirtualBox OSE, for
demo purposes.

I even have a MacOSX VM around for testing - yes, under Trisquel 5.5!
And yes, I paid for it.

The "convincing" is much, much shorter when a Windows user sees he can
keep his license readily available in VirtualBox, yet never hassle with
dual-boot. Eventually and progressively I've seen many Windows
power-users keep their license but never use it again. At some point
(hardware upgrade, backup considerations) they notice they don't use it
anymore, but have appreciate the "insurance' it provided - and it's gone
for good.

Virtual machines and their advantages are very easy to understand on a
live demo rather than endless explanations.

F.


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