What to look for
Learn how to tell whether your Microsoft software and hardware are genuine. To get started, select either Hardware or Software Products.
Then review specific features, including sample images where available. Select the Scams and Alerts tab for best protection against exploits.
Devices and Accessories
![Microsoft Surface Pro LTE Microsoft Surface Pro LTE](http://www.microsoft.com/onerfstatics/marketingsites-wcus-prod/_h/9be151e5/coreui.statics/images/1x1clear.gif)
PC purchase
Buying a new or used PC? Learn what to check for before making a purchase.
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![Xbox One S Console Controller Vertical Angle Right Xbox One S Console Controller Vertical Angle Right](http://www.microsoft.com/onerfstatics/marketingsites-wcus-prod/_h/9be151e5/coreui.statics/images/1x1clear.gif)
Xbox
Learn what to look for when visually inspecting Xbox hardware features such as hardware embossing, holograms, and more.
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Software
![Office 2021 Box Office 2021 Box](http://www.microsoft.com/onerfstatics/marketingsites-wcus-prod/_h/9be151e5/coreui.statics/images/1x1clear.gif)
Packaged software
Learn more about features included with genuine Microsoft software, including the packaging, installation CD/DVD/USB, product key labels, and the Certificate of Authenticity (COA).
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![Xbox stacked logo 2016 Xbox stacked logo 2016](http://www.microsoft.com/onerfstatics/marketingsites-wcus-prod/_h/9be151e5/coreui.statics/images/1x1clear.gif)
Xbox games
View features included with genuine Xbox games, such as inner mirror band holograms and the Certificate of Authenticity (COA).
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![Image shows a woman working on a Laptop,](http://www.microsoft.com/onerfstatics/marketingsites-wcus-prod/_h/9be151e5/coreui.statics/images/1x1clear.gif)
Digital downloads
Considering downloading software? Here’s how to better protect yourself to make sure you get what you expect.
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![Image shows the Microsoft office to protect consumers.](http://www.microsoft.com/onerfstatics/marketingsites-wcus-prod/_h/9be151e5/coreui.statics/images/1x1clear.gif)
Scams and Alerts
Learn about the latest scams and counterfeits reported and ways to protect yourself. Also available here, are useful resources about malicious software.
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