The issue of privacy is important to the Microsoft corporation. Their products and services are designed to ensure security of your personal information. While it's not necessary to register your new Microsoft software, doing so comes with benefits.
Microsoft Product Activation
Before registering your new Microsoft Office product, you must activate it, either via the Internet or by telephone. Microsoft Product Activation is anti-piracy technology that is designed to protect your personal information. This service ensures that the products you're installing are licensed by verifying the software product key. This product key is necessary for installing the new software.
Benefits
You can register your new software immediately after activating it or later. By registering your products, you'll have access to updates and special offers from Microsoft.
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