How do I find my Windows Product key?
2009 May 31
Another issue I come across now and again is finding the windows product key for a client who doesn’t have the original software his machine came with. In many cases, the OS product key is on the Microsoft label right on the machine, but if you need the Office product key, or if the product label on the machine is illegible and you have to rebuild, what do you do?
The Product Key is not stored in an obvious place in the registry, but there are utilities that will find the key for you. Magic Jelly Bean Keyfinder is a great little utility that is just the ticket. Quick and painless, it will give you the OS key and the Office key.
There are others out there, but since this is a touchy area in terms of software piracy, many of the tools are laden with viruses – be careful!!
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