Operating System - Vista, with Microsoft CD software...how do I

[Torn_Scorned_Ignored]

I want to know if I dumped my system - made in China - and then used the Windows and Vista software that came with this computer, ....could I rebuild the computer minus the Chinese touches`?

Software is registered with Microsoft.

It's a 4 letter word that begins with ell.

[geckosfeet]

1. If you own the license you can install it on any system you want.

Problem is resellers like -ell sometimes have a proprietary version made up - but maybe not. Bottom line is that you own the license and can install it where you want.

[Greyhound]

2. Except in rare instances, you bought an OEM version of Vista, so no*.

*The no presumes you are not a pro and since you asked this question I assumed you are not.

Of course if you are, it is relatively easy to hack their crapware.