Microsoft recently announced that Windows 10 would be a free upgrade even for computers without genuine copies of Windows. (howtogeek.com)
The Product key on computers that came with genuine copy Windows is embedded inside of the BIOS or UEFI firmware. (thewindowsclub.com)
Before booting up ames like Pac - Man, Madden NFL 2011, The Sims 3 and Guitar Hero, the games need to connect to the Internet to ensure that it's a genuine copy. (ubergizmo.com)