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    Cheapest place to buy legit vista ultimate 64

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by gintor, Jul 9, 2008.

  1. gintor

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    As the title states, anyone got any ideas ? :cool:
     
    gintor, Jul 9, 2008
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    kwijbo, Jul 9, 2008
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    Yeah, buying OEM is the cheapest route. Just know that once you install it on a computer it is stuck to the computer for good. You can reinstall any time, but you won't be able to move it around.
     
    atbnet, Jul 9, 2008
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    Bestbuy has the Vista Ultimate upgrade for $69 this week.
     
    jetstar, Jul 9, 2008
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  5. gintor

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    To get that price on best buy i need to buy a laptop or PC with the software :(
     
    gintor, Jul 9, 2008
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    The reason why you want x64 is obvious...

    But why do you want Ultimate...I have it, and I'm pretty sure I use ZERO of the features on a regular basis.

    Might want to consider Home Premium or Business
     
    Meetloaf13, Jul 9, 2008
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    Yeah, I went with HP x64 and I haven't missed anything from Vista 32 bit. You'll save about $90 if you go the HP route.
     
    atbnet, Jul 9, 2008
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    if you already have 32 you can simply get the disc from microsoft..
     
    zfactor, Jul 9, 2008
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    I just brought the Business upgrade OEM

    Does this mean i can just install the 64 bit version and use the same COA ?
     
    gintor, Jul 9, 2008
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    Probably when you buy a computer pre-loaded with basic or prenium ;)
     
    JCMS, Jul 9, 2008
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