Re: Does anyone use Perl on Windows?

[stevieb]

I appreciate everyone's feedback. I've seen all manner of positive and critical assessment, which of course is what one needs to receive and accept to determine future movement.

Although there doesn't seem to be very much interest in berrybrew going forward, there has been enough to further the burning of the fuel I already have to carry on the project.

What I'd now like to know, from the Windows users, if you can help me, is how can I acquire a license to the OS for my specific project? In the past, I worked for companies who provided such licenses. I'm no longer in such a position.

I'd like to proceed with berrybrew development, but I require assistance with the provisions to do so. Anyone?

[afoken]

how can I acquire a license to the OS for my specific project?

At least in Germany it is legal to sell used licenses, from recycled PCs. Yes, MS absolutely hates that, but they can't do anything against it. There are several companies that have specialized in selling used licenses, for ridiculously low prices. Windows 7 Pro is currently available for around 10 €, Windows 8.1 Pro about 12 €, Windows 10 Pro about 15 €, Windows 11 Pro about 50 €. Some still sell XP and Vista, for abour 10 €. After payment, you typically get a license key and a download link via email. No license sticker, no media.

Alexander

[soonix]

The only officially (permanently) free official Windows from MS I know about is Hyper-V Server 2019. That's a Windows Server 2019 (corresponding to Windows 10) which is restricted to non-GUI Windows functions for running Hyper-V. However, "mainstream" support has already ended.

Edit: There are official evaluation systems (90 or 180 days) here: Accessing trials and kits for Windows