Since the release ofWindows 10, Microsoft has been iterating methods users can conveniently activate their Windows operating system.
That said, some might still find it confusing.
If you are one of those people, this post might help clear things up.
However, these do not define the types of product keys/digital licenses.
Types of Windows Licenses/Product Keys
A Windows product key or a digital license can have different types.
There are 3 primary types of licenses, and some of them also have sub-types.
This includes information like the number of computers the license can be used on, downgrade rights, etc.
Microsoft provides these OEMs with licenses to be used on their computers.
When you have an OEM license installed on your system, Microsoft unbears itself of all responsibility.
responsibility to fix your problem.
Therefore, the end-user no longer needs to worry about activating their OS.
Instead, the system administrator can manage it through their Volume License Service Center Portal.
Volume Licenses also come in different sub-types.
They are designed for different sizes of organizations (small to medium, large, etc).
Now that you understand the types of licenses, lets see which ones you have on your Windows computer.
Launch anelevated Command Prompt.
Paste the following cmdlet and pressEnterto run it.
However, there are a few limitations.
Next, run theCommand Prompt with elevated privilegesand launch the following cmdlet to remove the product key.
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