[request] Windows XP

scoby

I'm thinking of putting together my own PC from parts.
One thing I have to take into account is that I won't get an operating system with it.
Most prices I've seen for XP seem way too much!
Are there any ( legit please ) places to get a copy?

IF XP has to be activated does that mean it's not possible to buy a second hand copy as it would invalidate the licence?

And I assume you can only install the OS on one PC only?

Thanks for any help

RobertFoster

You could get an OEM version when purchasing another part of your system, like the HDD (however, some sites allow you to buy it without hardware).

€152 from komplett
OcUK have it for £92.41 (~€132)

OEM does mean that it's stuck to one PC.

amby666

Neenagh Computers http://nenaghcomputers.ie/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=2_35&products_id=1600&osCsid=b36f3f4fa15ec4d117ab90d5f19fddeb

have it for €110 but you need to buy with hardware.

A Used Token Ring NIC (PCI)
http://nenaghcomputers.ie/catalog/default.php?cPath=52&osCsid=b36f3f4fa15ec4d117ab90d5f19fddeb is 49c

I bought one a few months ago.