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where is a good place to buy oem xp pro?

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A concise buying guide and licensing notes for OEM Windows XP Pro, tied to the replies by and . Price comparison helps, but authenticity, license type, and support limitations matter far more than the lowest sticker price.

OEM vs retail: an OEM ("System Builder") license is intended to be sold with a new PC and is not the same as a retail license. OEM licenses are typically tied to the first machine they are installed on (not transferable) and do not include direct Microsoft support. Legitimate OEM packages usually include a Certificate of Authenticity (COA) sticker and clear labeling that the copy is a System Builder/OEM version.

Practical buying checks and red flags: insist on sealed/new packaging or a visible COA; avoid anonymous bulk-key sellers or listings that only provide a key without physical media/COA; steer clear of “too good to be true” prices; verify seller reputation and return policy. Confirm whether the item is a full OEM system-builder edition (not an upgrade-only copy) and whether the seller guarantees the key was not already used or tied to another system.

Activation and long-term concerns: used or gray-market OEM keys are often blocked or cause activation headaches. Windows XP is end-of-life and carries security and compatibility risks; buying XP for everyday use is not recommended. For legacy applications, consider running XP in a contained virtual machine with a clearly licensed copy, or keep XP installations isolated from networks. A retail Windows license or buying refurbished hardware with XP preinstalled will usually be safer and less hassle than loose OEM keys.

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Just from being in the business here are some on top of my head. and try Froogle.com

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