One of the previous reports about the upcoming Microsoft platform is that the company will be providing free upgrades to those who are running non-genuine Windows 7 up to 8.1 versions.
When Windows chief Terry Myerson unveiled details about the upcoming Windows 10 edition last March, he was reported to have said that the offer to update the latest platform for free is also extended to pirated copies of previous Windows versions. After the offer, though, Microsoft quickly reiterated that there will be minimal costs for updating once Windows 10 arrives, and hinted that there would still be freebies for non-genuine copies.
Now, once and for all, Microsoft has issued a statement – there would be no free upgrades to Windows 10 for pirated platform versions.
In the official Microsoft blog, Myerson reiterated that only genuine copies of Windows 7 or 8.1 will receive the free upgrade to Windows 10, and will subsequently receive free updates for Windows 10 security features and improvements.
While clarifying that only those who purchased original copies or OEMs of the Windows platform are included in the free upgrade, Myerson didn't close the doors for pirated copy owners.
Myerson wrote, "While our free offer to upgrade to Windows 10 will not apply to Non-Genuine Windows devices, and as we've always done, we will continue to offer Windows 10 to customers running devices in a Non-Genuine state."
Myerson then added that the company will instead make very enticing offers to lure pirated copy owners to purchase the original.
He stated, "In addition, in partnership with some of our valued OEM partners, we are planning very attractive Windows 10 upgrade offers for their customers running one of their older devices in a Non-Genuine state. "
The new Windows 10 operating system is expected to come out later this year, with the PC version coming out first followed by other editions on a staggered basis.
