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How do I activate Windows XP from the command line?
Activate Windows XP from the command line is easier than you think
John Savill
August 5, 2001
1 Min Read
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A. Windows XP will typically remind you to activate the product (most users will have 30 days to activate XP after installation). To activate XP manually, you can use the Start menu shortcut in the System Tools Accessories folder. At the command prompt, type
oobe/msoobe /a In case you're wondering, msoobe stands for "Microsoft Out of Box Experience."
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