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how to get product key for free downloaded windows 8.1

i download windows 8.1 free from microsoft.com but when i open it's setup it's required product key so help me how to install windows 8.1 

The download is free, but the use of it is not

You have to buy Windows 8.1.

It does not come for free to use unless you already have a Retail or OEM license for Windows 8.

Microsoft no longer sells 8/8.1; try amazon.com


Warning:

You do not buy a Product Key by itself, as they are normally stolen/pirated, Volume Licenses which are not for private use, or MSDN keys which are not to be sold by the original subscription holder.

Make sure that you buy the complete sealed package (DVD, license)

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/howtotell/Shop.aspx

Read Section: Beware of Product Keys sold separately

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Bill Smithers - Microsoft MVP July 2013 - Dec 2020

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