When you purchase Microsoft software, you are purchasing a license to use that software product on your computer according to the terms and conditions of the license. The license establishes how your business can, and cannot, use the software. For example, a license states how many computers you can install your software on. There are three ways to purchase Microsoft software product licenses:

• As a Full Packaged Product. Software that comes in a shrink-wrapped box and is acquired through retail outlets carries a license. You accept the End User License Agreement (EULA) when you install the software.
• As Original Equipment Manufacturer software licenses. When you buy a computer with software legally preinstalled, such as Microsoft Windows XP Professional, you are also buying a license for that software.
• Through Microsoft Volume Licensing programs. For businesses that need software for five or more PCs, volume licensing is cost effective and includes benefits tailored to your company size and purchasing requirements.

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