Windows Genuine Advantage

randomtask · 08-31-2005, 04:19 AM

Sure we all knew about the java workaround ages ago...

However, did you know you can actually disable WGA via Internet Explorer's very own 'Internet Options'? No I didn't believe it either. Yes it works, it essentially disables the page from running LegitCheckControl.dll

With IE open, do the following.
1: Tools > Internet Options
2: Select the 'Programs' tab.
3: Go to 'Manage Add-ons'
4: Scroll down to 'Windows Genuine Advantage', click over it, and disable.

Somewhat amusing...

HoldenBurn1000 · 08-31-2005, 05:17 AM

call me stupid but what is LegitCheckControl?

randomtask · 08-31-2005, 06:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HoldenBurn1000

call me stupid but what is LegitCheckControl?

Sorry, I just assumed most would know what I was on about. As they say, assume nothing.

It is the process where-by Windows Update validates your install of Windows XP for legitimacy. Illegitimate serials are shutout of the update site. You can still however obtain critical updates through the automated updates (if turned on.) Or of course we 'all' have legal copies so WGA doesn't bother us at all

ivanolo · 08-31-2005, 08:05 AM

I've been using the AtiveX workaround since I found out it existed. It's a pain in the ass to copy and paste that script everytime you want to check for updates.

funkgab · 09-01-2005, 01:39 AM

i got something better, its a thing that auto activates your key or something

ivwshane · 09-01-2005, 01:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by funkgab

i got something better, its a thing that auto activates your key or something

Hey thanks for the link

tex · 09-01-2005, 12:41 PM

i fucking finally broke down and bought a legit version
i installed it once, had to wipe and install again, now im overly activated, won't work anymore
950 was so full of shit when he said its no hassle
this is what i get for using legit software

Chair · 09-01-2005, 12:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tex

i fucking finally broke down and bought a legit version
i installed it once, had to wipe and install again, now im overly activated, won't work anymore
950 was so full of shit when he said its no hassle
this is what i get for using legit software

it is no hassle, if you consider calling them for activation no-hassle :P

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randomtask Chimp. Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: australia Posts: 1,861 (#53 ) My photos: 27 Thanked 2x in 2 posts	Sure we all knew about the java workaround ages ago... However, did you know you can actually disable WGA via Internet Explorer's very own 'Internet Options'? No I didn't believe it either. Yes it works, it essentially disables the page from running LegitCheckControl.dll With IE open, do the following. 1: Tools > Internet Options 2: Select the 'Programs' tab. 3: Go to 'Manage Add-ons' 4: Scroll down to 'Windows Genuine Advantage', click over it, and disable. Somewhat amusing...

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funkgab Tweak Minion Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 1,203 (#80 ) My photos: 1 Thanked 0x in 0 posts	i got something better, its a thing that auto activates your key or something

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tex jive turkey Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: ATX Posts: 2,296 (#44 ) My photos: 11 Thanked 0x in 0 posts	i fucking finally broke down and bought a legit version i installed it once, had to wipe and install again, now im overly activated, won't work anymore 950 was so full of shit when he said its no hassle this is what i get for using legit software

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