bikdel said:
please tell me the difference between OEM version and the regular version...
wahts actually OEM version?
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) version are meant to be sold by System Manufacturers. (like DELL/HP/etc).
They Activate and Work only on one PC (i.e. if you upgrade your mobo, you need to buy a new copy)
The Package is not meant to be sold separately, But it IS available. It just contains a CD, CD-KEY (COA Sticker) and a mini-manual (which usually advises you to contact your OEM for everything)
The Retail Version comes in a Box, It can be installed on 2 Hardware Upgrades (i.e. 1 Current PC + 2 New PCs you buy over time)