> I needed to clean up a friend's PC so I downloaded the Anti-Spyware software;
> when validating his XP it wouldn't validate, he's got a Vaio desktop PC with a
> legit Sony OEM install of XP. Fortunately I just skipped the validation and
> downloaded the software.
>
> Thing is I dunno if he's got his key anywhere. I don't think that computer even
> came with a restore disc or maybe it was lost. Guess for those that for some
> reason can't get their legit copy past validation will still be vulnerable.
>
>

Supposedly you can call MS and they will give you a new key, but they rarely do this. It would suck if he had to purchase a new copy. Guess people have to learn to keep those safe...