windows xp re-registration

i had to re install windows xp on my new computer after
20 weeks use ,now i keep getting messages that i need to
re activate windows ,i have tried several times but no
luck ,it reminds me ive got 20 days left , does this mean
i cant use windows after this time frustated GILL thanks

This means you need to call the number given to talk with Microsoft and
explain why you needed to reinstall. It will take 5min. and is no big deal.

"gill" <gtgill@btinternet.com> wrote in message
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> i had to re install windows xp on my new computer after
> 20 weeks use ,now i keep getting messages that i need to
> re activate windows ,i have tried several times but no
> luck ,it reminds me ive got 20 days left , does this mean
> i cant use windows after this time frustated GILL thanks

If you are unable to activate over the Internet, use the activate by phone
option. Also, if XP came preinstalled on your system, assuming you
purchased it from a manufacturer instead of a shop, such systems are usually
activated at the factory and locked to the system meaning the user doesn't
need to activate. If that's the case, you might need to contact the
manufacturer of your system to resolve this issue.

--
Michael Solomon MS-MVP
Windows Shell/User
Backup is a PC User's Best Friend
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"gill" <gtgill@btinternet.com> wrote in message
news:4b1d01c37636$886b22a0$a401280a@phx.gbl...

> i had to re install windows xp on my new computer after
> 20 weeks use ,now i keep getting messages that i need to
> re activate windows ,i have tried several times but no
> luck ,it reminds me ive got 20 days left , does this mean
> i cant use windows after this time frustated GILL thanks