New patch checks for more activation hacks.
Earlier this month, we detailed that Microsoft was prepping a Windows 7 Update that would improve Windows Activation Technologies to detect more than 70 known and potentially dangerous activation exploits.
Those paying attention to their Windows Update will see that the patch KB971033 is now live. It's not explicitly named anything to do with Windows Activation Technologies, as it's simply termed as an "Update for Windows 7."
Microsoft previously pointed out that this update is completely voluntary and users can decline the update when it appears (though we can't imagine why legitimate users would worry). Of course, if a hack or exploit is found, Windows 7 will alert the user by removing the desktop background and pop up periodic reminders of just how non-genuine it is feeling.
Thats a bit over it's probably very low footprint but still...
Although after installing the recent set of patches my system refused to boot anyway, so it's not like you're missing out on much.
Lesson - stick with piracy, you get less sh*t
Now I have Windows 7, just did all patches. No problems at all. Maybe your seller gived you a pirate copy ??? Or who know what ?!
Anyway if you have original copy, you can always ask microsoft for assistace.
Anyway i repeat, its much secure and better to have Operative System original and a commercial one too ( if you mind other s.o. )...
Really I understand why you automatically recoil at the thought of piracy, but I was just trying to buy a copy of Windows and found it less convenient, more expensive and generally problematic than pirating it.
In future I will copy Windows and give the money I save to someone more deserving...
So maybe its your copy or your computer the problem. Windows 7 was even more easy to activate by online activation, less the 30seconds.
People pirate because of anti-piracy measures causing hassle -> companies use more intrusive anti-piracy measures to protect products -> Stage 1 again -> stage 2 again, etc.
Unfortunately the only people who are to blame for the ever increasing security are the the ones who wont get hurt by it, instead passing the burden to honest consumers.