Windows OEM Version: What's the ACTUAL Difference?
Windows OEM licenses are cheaper, intended for system builders, and lack retail packaging but offer similar functionality to retail versions.
MAIN POINTS FROM TRANSCRIPT
- OEM stands for "original equipment manufacturer" and is a type of Windows license.
- OEM versions are cheaper and intended for prebuilt systems or system builders.
- Retail versions come in full packaging and are sold directly to consumers.
TAKEAWAYS
- OEM licenses can be identified using the "slmgr /dli" command in the command prompt.
- Both OEM and retail licenses offer the same Windows editions like Pro and Home.
- OEM versions usually lack the full packaging of retail versions and are sold in bulk.