Finding windows 10 pro product key in registry

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Still, we recommend finding and keeping the key in a safe place. Windows OS will find the key from BIOS, and there is no need to type the key even when you install a fresh copy of Windows. This makes it easy if you ever want to reinstall or upgrade Windows. Windows PC manufacturer has started embedding product keys in the BIOS, and hence there is no need for a sticker to affix on the computer or laptop.

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You would be unable to find the sticker on the machine, and the computer manufacturer doesn’t include one in the box. Nowadays, if you purchase a preinstalled Windows 10 PC, you might be wondering how to find your key. When you install a fresh copy of Windows after formatting, the same key is used to activate your PC from the Microsoft server.

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It is a 25 digit code that is used to activate your Windows installation. In earlier days, Windows PC manufacturer was used to paste a sticker on a computer or laptop to see a 25-digit product key or license key.

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