Just like any other Microsoft operating system, Windows 8 similarly requires the entry of a unique combination of numbers and digits to activate the system. These unique combination of numbers and digits are what we call ‘serial keys’ or ‘product keys’. They are used to “activate” and unlock the operating system so that users can use the program flawlessly
Normally, these product keys are entered into the system upon installation. Other times, they may be entered into the system later on.
Without the product key, the system cannot validate its license and shall be deemed as illegitimate copy of the operating system. Not only that, it hampers the progress and normal use of the operating system. The user may face various security issues in the usage of his personal computer in the future as well.
In installing Windows 8, it is necessary therefore to key in the product key.
Before diving in to product key, let’s take a glimpse of what Windows 8 is.
Why Users Prefer Windows 8
Windows 8 is a personal computer operating system that was developed by Microsoft as part of the Windows NT species rating systems. It was released to manufacturing on August 1, 2012, with general availability on October 26, 2012.
Theoretically, Windows 8 became the first choice OS for many. This could be credited to the fact that Windows 8 can be said to be user-friendly and pleasing to the eyes. As can be observed, the desktop comes to life with its interactive tiles.
In sum, what makes Windows 8 even more special is because of the following unique features: metro style, easy to use, interactive desktop tiles, Sky Dive integration, split screen application, upgraded Windows store, improved app search function, live synching system, fast boot, built in Xbox games, an upgraded antivirus program and lastly, an upgraded Internet Explorer.
To get Windows 8 on your personal computer, you may upgrade your current genuine copy of Windows 7 to Windows 8 from Microsoft. Otherwise, you will have to purchase a copy of Windows and pay the license fee. Your Windows 8 Pro activation key will be included in the purchase.
If you are allowed to upgrade to Windows 8, here’s how to do it:
1. Run the Windows Upgrade Assistant on your PC
2. The upgrade wizard will determine your PC’s hardware
3. You will be asked to download updated files if your PC meets the minimum system requirements.
4. It will take some time before Windows downloads and install the updated files.
When you install a Windows 8 on your personal computer, again, it will ask you to key in your Windows 8 product key. You can not proceed to install unless you provide a Windows 8 Pro product key. The operating system will likewise be activated.
If you have no idea what is a product key or how to get one, do not worry, we got you covered!
What is a Product Key
The Windows 8 product key is a 25-character code that you enter into the system to activate your OS. If you do not have the serial key, again, you will not be able to activate your operating system.
The serial key looks like this: XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX.
If you purchased your Windows 8 from an authorized Microsoft seller, your Windows 8 Pro activation key should be inside the DVD/CD box of your purchase. If you purchased it online as downloadable software, you should have received your product key through your email.
If you can not find it, you may download and install a key finder program. Run the program to retrieve your Windows product key.
If you have not purchased Windows 8 Pro, you may still install and activate the operating system. You may use a free Windows 8 product activation key from other websites which shares to the public product activation codes that actually work. Caveat: there are some, though, that exceeded its use or may no longer be available for the public.
For your convenience, I have gathered the following Windows 8 product key which may be useful for you. Note that I do not own these codes, these codes are readily available online via Google search.
84NRV-6CJR6-DBDXH-FYTBF-4X49V
QGR4N-78PMD-KCRQ7-83BXT-YG667
ND8P2-BD2PB-DD8HM-2926R-CRYQH
T3NJK-3P683-2T7BJ-2X27F-8B2KV
YMMV-FVDXB-QP6XF-9FTRT-P7F9V
BTNJ7-FFMBR-FF9BH-7QMJ9-H49T7
HB39N-V9K6F-P436V-KWBTC-Q3R9V
XWCHQ-CDMYC-9WN2C-BWWTV-YY2KV
RRYGR-8JNBY-V2RJ9-TJP4P-749T7
4Y8N3-H7MMW-C76VJ-YD3XV-MBDKV
28VNV-HF42G-K2WM9-JXRJQ-2WBQW
BDDNV-BQ27P-9P9JJ-BQJ96-KTJXV
CR8NG-63KCR-X2MPD-G7M7P-GQ4DH
6PN82-R4BBH-XX8K2-DCK84-VMFDH
9XNM-YYY38-8R9HM-YFPTX-T8XT7
NTTX3-RV7VB-T7X7F-WQYYY-9Y92F
MBFBV-W3DP2-2MVKN-PJCQD-KKTF7
DNJXJ-7XBW8-2378T-X22TX-BKG7J
6RH4V-HNTWC-JQKG8-RFR3R-36498
Y8N3-H7MMW-C76VJ-YD3XV-MBDKV
6RH4V-HNTWC-JQKG8-RFR3R-36498
XKY4K-2NRWR-8F6P2-448RF-CRYQH
TK8TP-9JN6P-7X7WW-RFFTV-B7QPF
NF32V-Q9P3W-7DR7Y-JGWRW-JFCK8
DNJXJ-7XBW8-2378T-X22TX-BKG7J
You may copy any of the above-mentioned codes. Note that some of these codes may have been used up already. Nonetheless, you may use these codes a try since these are said to work for the majority of the users.
Please keep in mind when using these codes that normally a retail Windows key can only be used on one PC or laptop. If none of the codes work, you can always search the internet for other generous blogs or websites that share activation codes for Microsoft Windows 8 users.