Microsoft confirms it’s killing offline phone-based activation method for Windows 11 after 20+ years
In a statement to Windows Latest, Microsoft confirmed that it retired the traditional Windows "telephone-based" activation ...
According to Neowin, Microsoft has killed the final method for activating Windows without an internet connection—that is, activation by telephone. It appears to have been discontinued a few days ago.
By all accounts, Microsoft isn't letting you activate Windows from your phone anymore, so make sure you have an internet connection.
Microsoft has officially retired the traditional phone-based activation system for Windows (and MS Office) that served as a ...
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Microsoft forces online accounts for all Windows installs effectively ending offline use
A recorded voice on Microsoft's activation hotline delivers a stark message: "Support for product activation has moved online ...
According to an automated message, phone activation of Windows is "currently" unavailable. Microsoft now confirms: It's ...
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