Software overview
In most cases users get accustomed to pirated software — sometimes unknowingly. Often customers fall victim to non-genuine software when they purchase PCs/laptops that ship without an operating system pre-installed and end up with all pirated software.
When manufacturers extend lucrative offers and discounts for OEM software, it makes sense to become a legitimate user of the products you install on your PC or server. Installing pirated software is an offence — users run the risk of prosecution under software piracy laws, and unlicensed software in business operations is strictly prohibited.
What is OEM software? System and computer builders purchase OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) software for pre-installation on PCs that are then sold to end users. In most cases, OEM software may not be transferred from one machine to another.