Windows XP Professional SP2 Full Student Release

LebronJames23 · 05-27-2007

I would like to enquire does this release differ from a OEM Windows XP pro release that you obtain off the shelf? (For example like would there be a pop-up to prompt you for a password to log-in as an administrator, all the other extras that come with a OEM win xp pro sp2?) Would it be inferior to an OEM win xp pro sp2 release?

Lebowski · 05-27-2007

As far as I know three is absolutely no difference apart from you may need verification that you are infact, a student.

I wouldn't recommend buying an OEM license either, buy the full retail version as if you change hardware on the OEM edition you will have problems activating your installation.

Is there any perticular reason why you need XP Pro? It would be cheaper to buy home unless you require some of the features in XP Professional.

GaRHaR · 05-27-2007

Well if it's for study purposes...study of the OS itself - there are many features available that are not in Home...such as Group Policy (very big thing in IT as you would know lebo

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Lebron, there are no real differences...i think Lebo is correct, and it's just a more affordable verison if yo u can prove you're a student...that being said - it might be a cut down version (no Luna, for instance). To be honest...i haven't got a clue in the world

Rodents210 · 05-27-2007

Although I hope you're getting it legitimately, Lebron. The Full Student Release is the version of Windows XP that is usually pirated because it requires no activation except for updating.

LebronJames23 · 05-28-2007

Basically speaking, there are no differences in terms of features in either OEM,off-the-shelf and full student release right?

GaRHaR · 05-28-2007

This is correct.

The cost difference between OEM and the full off the shelf box version, is OEM can be installed onto 1 computer...and 1 computer only...once you install it on that computer - it's stuck there forever, get a new copmuter? get a new copy of windows.

Off the shelf - can install it on any computer you want, as long as there's only 1 install of it at one time

Student...going by Rodents, only validation through updates is required.

05-27-2007	#1
LebronJames23 Gold Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 204	Windows XP Professional SP2 Full Student Release I would like to enquire does this release differ from a OEM Windows XP pro release that you obtain off the shelf? (For example like would there be a pop-up to prompt you for a password to log-in as an administrator, all the other extras that come with a OEM win xp pro sp2?) Would it be inferior to an OEM win xp pro sp2 release?

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Lebowski Elite Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: England Posts: 1,075	As far as I know three is absolutely no difference apart from you may need verification that you are infact, a student. I wouldn't recommend buying an OEM license either, buy the full retail version as if you change hardware on the OEM edition you will have problems activating your installation. Is there any perticular reason why you need XP Pro? It would be cheaper to buy home unless you require some of the features in XP Professional. __________________ You want a toe? I can get you a toe, believe me. There are ways, Dude I don't want to talk about it I don't want to hear no lip Take your share don't shout about it That's your lot remember you're a kid

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GaRHaR Tech Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Western Australia Posts: 6,061 PC Experience: Elite PC Guru	Well if it's for study purposes...study of the OS itself - there are many features available that are not in Home...such as Group Policy (very big thing in IT as you would know lebo ) Lebron, there are no real differences...i think Lebo is correct, and it's just a more affordable verison if yo u can prove you're a student...that being said - it might be a cut down version (no Luna, for instance). To be honest...i haven't got a clue in the world __________________ < Prework \| PSU Calculator \| PCHF Rules \| Microsoft Knowledge Base \| Guru 3D \| Toms Hardware \| Blackle.com - Spread the word! >

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GaRHaR Tech Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Western Australia Posts: 6,061 PC Experience: Elite PC Guru	This is correct. The cost difference between OEM and the full off the shelf box version, is OEM can be installed onto 1 computer...and 1 computer only...once you install it on that computer - it's stuck there forever, get a new copmuter? get a new copy of windows. Off the shelf - can install it on any computer you want, as long as there's only 1 install of it at one time Student...going by Rodents, only validation through updates is required. __________________ < Prework \| PSU Calculator \| PCHF Rules \| Microsoft Knowledge Base \| Guru 3D \| Toms Hardware \| Blackle.com - Spread the word! >

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05-27-2007	#4
Rodents210 Elite Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Upstate NY, United States Posts: 1,047 PC Experience: Very Experienced	Although I hope you're getting it legitimately, Lebron. The Full Student Release is the version of Windows XP that is usually pirated because it requires no activation except for updating.