Is there anyway I can use one registration key of  windows xp on two different computers at my house?
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Unless the computers are exactly alike in every specification like processor speed, amount of memory, hard drive space, and cd/dvd drives, no.\n\nMicrosoft has protected itself by forcing Windows XP to report back every now and then, to make sure it is not being used on more than one computer.  There is a file however, that you should make a backup copy of, in case you need to replace a hard drive and reinstall XP.  It doesn't happen every time, but sometimes Windows will think it is being installed on a different computer, so placing this file in the system will tell it otherwise.  When purchasing Windows XP directly from Microsoft, they will give you a 10-15% discount on additional copies, but each license is limited to one single computer.
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As I explained in the last thread, you can't do it using windows remote desktop - the HOST computer (the one being connected to) has to be either XP pro or media.  You could do it the other way around by installing the remote desktop client software on the XP home computer, but that will only allow you to use that computer to remotely access other computers, not what you want to do.\n\nTo connect to the XP home computer, you'll need to use something like pcAnywhere, GoToMyPC or similar products.
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- First, the XP machine has to join the domain\nTo make it join the domain:\n-- right-click on My Computer then choose Properties;\n-- open the Computer Name tab then click on the Change button;\n-- Under the Member of Frame, click on the Domain radio button;\n-- type in the name of the domain to join it...\n\n- You will restart then a new Combo box will be added in the Login screen for Windows...make sure that the domain is selected, not the Local PC, then login with the valid username and password to authenticate in the AD (Active Directory)\n\nPS: if the PC doesn't manage to join the domain, make sure you have the ComputerName added in the AD to join the domain...\n\n\nGood Luck...
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You should be able to install it anywhere you want! If you install it on more than one PC tho, only register it on one PC.
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If you do not have a network, do both items have an Ethernet (Network port on them?) - if so you need a 'Crossover' network cable and just joine them, in XP the other pc will be recognised immediately, you will have to set 'Sharing' on the disk you wish to access. If you do not have ethernet ports then, look for Brooklyn Bridge or another similar program, that can use USB, Serial or Printer Ports to exchange data.
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yes.  i have 4 computers networked at home.  the win2k comp can read and write from/to the C drive on the other 3 XP comps.
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No you cannot.  Software licenses are for 1 computer unless specifically stated.  There are many excellent free alternatives though.\n\nFirewall:  Zonealarm\nAnti-virus:AVG\n           Avast\nAnti-spyware:Ad-aware\n             Spybot Search and Destroy
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you can email me at\nshadab_ansari2005@yahoo.com\ni would send you a software that would enable you to change the key of microsoft windows XP. without reinstalling windows.\nyou need to also have an internet connection in order to activate windows.
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Yes there are limitations though.\n\nI have tried loading Home on 1 unit and did it over 3 times from scratch (because of some errors), when you have loaded it once and verified it, your serial is already marked and on the 4th try i couldn't update anymore . You'll have to call and they'll fix it. ( Dont be scared People do make mistakes, just expalin it... You have a certain no of days to use XP before you have to register)\n\nYes \n\nI have tried it XP Pro  on 3 computers but not on the same network.  \nUpdate it on different dates.\nThis will work definitely. This is Registered ok. No problems\n\nWhen you have the same serial on 2 or more units in a network, a warning will pop up stating that you are running already ( something like that i forget.) \n\nI gave up on Windows. I have been using Mac for almost 2 years now.\n\nJust in case, there is also a limit to Office on how many times you can use the serial over.
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you can not use that win xp cd. you cant install  it is (OEM) version microsoft will not help you . that version is for 1 pc not 200 pc's even if you find a product key for that  your still have to actiavte it with in 30 days by phone with microsoft & that is where it will not be done b/c you have .da wrong product key & windows will not loginto desktop in 30 days
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u may have original code but it wont help u windows continually scans computers for pirated code and for legit codes. if it sees 2 identical codes it will disable the latter of the 2 codes to b activated. in fact it may not allow the 2nd person using the same code at all\n\neven if u did get it to work window update would require a validation tool to b downloaded b4 the sp2 so ur copy would fail verification and update wouldnt help u in short get real copy
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Assuming you have a working computer running this copy of xp, download this program to it: http://www.sofotex.com/AIDA32-download_L9326.html use it and look under Operating System. The cd key will be listed there
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Your only option at this point is to contact microsoft. If its a valid version they will give you another key. Windows xp key only works twice to begin with and then you have to contact them. If you are trying to boot a copy forget it! the encryption is almost infallible!
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If it's possible it's probably not legal - I'd guess that your user licence only allows the software to be installed on 1 computer.\nNeed more details to say if it's possible. E.g. what software, are the computers connected to a network etc
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No.  I assume you are running Windows XP, but set up a network with your two PCs.   \n\n1. Start at "Start"\n2. Go to "My Network Places"\n3. Choose "Set up a home or small office network"\n4. Use the wizard and select a name for the network (default MSHOME is fine but rather boring)\n5. Run the wizard on the second PC and use the same name for the network on both PC\n6. Reboot both PCs\n\n\nNow, is the printer a local printer to the primary PC?  If so, go to the control panel and view the printers.  Make sure the printer is shared.  Then install the printer on the second PC (easiest is to use the driver that came with the printer, but it may be a printer that comes native in Windows or you can download a driver.  But on the 2nd PC set it up as a network printer.\n\nGood luck!
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it can be done ...... but i am not going to incriminate myself online. if you look hard enough on "certain sites" you will get there. but i suggest you go genuine, that is something you shold have. a genuine operating system. or swap to win 2000 as it doesn;t need registering and is pretty much like xp but without all the fancy menus and stuff.. it's up to you. i have 2000 on my laptop and i also have genuine xp on my other two desktop pc's
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Many ways! Depends on your flavour! You can simply put the XP cd in and do a fresh install over win2k, you can buy a second hard drive and install XP on it and run two seperate operating systems (my favorite)!