What is OEM software?


On Sun, 10 Dec 2006 07:31:22 -0800, "Thomas Mayer"
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> OEM and retail software are basically the same except that I've seen 
> some OEM software that is designed to run only on Dell computers and 
> will be clearly indicated.
> 
> OEM normally comes in cheaper or no packaging and with some form of 
> hardware. One time I got a single screw with the software. Also, the 
> supplier needs to be a trusted source to avoid buying a pirated product. 
> I have never had a problem with Amazon.
> 
> Tom Mayer
> 
> Marv Donarski wrote:
> > Can someone trll me if thier is a problem installing OEM software. I plan on buyimg a Microsoft Office program at Amazon.com, the price is right but will I have trouble indtalling the software. I haveWindows XP Home SP2 for an OS and Nidrosoft Dffice 97 installed on it now. I plan to delete tje Office 97 and install Office 2003 Basic OEM Anything to look out for?  TIA  Marv
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