Just done some further reading will be staying away
MSDN = Microsoft Developer Network
Essentially they're testing keys. The MSDN keys get allocated to an engineer (normally in a work place) who will be developing on a development platform so that they can spin up VM's to test apps, etc.
A new Windows 8.1 (or even Windows 10) key won't be that expensive. Maybe wait until near release and then pre-order one - they were dirt cheap last time I did this.
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MSDN = Microsoft Developer Network
Essentially they're testing keys. The MSDN keys get allocated to an engineer (normally in a work place) who will be developing on a development platform so that they can spin up VM's to test apps, etc.
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Just had this turmoil myself. Decided to buy a full 8.1 from rainforest. Not that I don't trust ocuk but they only do oem.
When 10 drops I'll wait a bit then update
They're not genuine keys at £28. It would be no more valid than if you'd just pirated it out right. Sure, you've spent £28, but I'm fairly sure Microsoft wouldn't have been paid for the use of the key (unless it is a MSDN key, in which case they'll have been paid pennies per key).
Chances are it will appear non-genuine in a few months. If it doesn't then it's still likely dodgy and you've just struck lucky.
"If it's too good to be true..." is about right here.
OEM is the same as full.![]()
It is, but it can be awkward when it comes to reinstalls on newer hardware.