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# Choosing the Edition, License, and Version of Windows (1 of 3) - **OEM or Retail License** - You can purchase a retail license or an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) license - Options for both types of licenses include 32-bit and 64-bit - Key differences between OEM and retail:...

# Choosing the Edition, License, and Version of Windows (1 of 3) - **OEM or Retail License** - You can purchase a retail license or an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) license - Options for both types of licenses include 32-bit and 64-bit - Key differences between OEM and retail: - OEM license is for builders and manufacturers of computers and can be installed only on a new computer - OEM allows all hardware upgrades except for an upgrade to a different model of motherboard - An OEM license costs less than a retail license - Retail licenses can be purchased from the Microsoft online store - The benefit of a retail license over OEM is that it can be transferred to a different computer and you get Microsoft direct support from Microsoft support personnel.