| | bit-tech.net | Microsoft outlines Vista piracy plans |
 | | Microsoft has been publicising its new plans for annoying those who don't have genuine copies of Windows Vista when the new OS is released in January. |
 | | Many Windows XP users currently use the famous corporate key, 'FCKGW', to prevent the need for Windows Activation - not necessarily because they pirate Windows, but because the change-hardware-and-phone-home element of the software is such a mind-boggling hassle. |
 | | However, non-activating users of Vista will find that they can't use the Windows Aero new user interface, and will also be prevented from using Windows Defender anti-virus software and Windows Updates. |
| www.bit-tech.net /news/2006/10/05/Microsoft_outlines_Vista_piracy_plans (184 words) |