Windows Service Pack help

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  1. daguuy

    daguuy I hate lolcats

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    I'm not sure if the XP cd key i'm using is being used by somebody else or just me, since I found the burnt CD in the basement somewhere. If it is already being used, would I be able to get a service pack, not be able to get a service pack, or would my copy of windows not work anymore?
     
    daguuy, 1 Dec 2006
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  2. sinizterguy

    sinizterguy Dark & Sinizter

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    If your copy on your PC is activated and passes the WGA you can download current updates and WMP11.

    Service packs can be downloaded and installed regardless of whether its a legit copy or not.
     
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  3. DougEdey

    DougEdey I pwn all your storage

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    Service Pack 2 (last time I used it) checks for WGA first. It worked for me since I am legit though.
     
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  4. cpemma

    cpemma Ecky thump

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    You don't have a legal copy then.
     
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