No. It doesn't "cost" a license, because you can still use that license when you actually install it (provided it is a valid license, and not one that has already been used). Essentially, you should not be doing any of this if you do not have a license, so I guess they figure they might as well ask for it.

EyeBuyDirect is also pretty good. That is where I got mine.

EyeBuyDirect is also pretty good. That's where I got mine.

Well, you'd have to flash a custom recovery from a computer anyway, so there's no getting away from that.

Yup, that's what I wanted to say as well. Technically, you don't even need a custom recovery. All that is required is an unlocked (bypassed) bootloader. Root, of course, makes it a lot easier.

You know, I'm actually over DashClock already. It was cool for a little while, but now it just sits there doing nothing. I'm ready for the next good idea.

I remember this used to be a link in the sidebar (along with map links, package tracking, and some other things), but it never worked too well. Hopefully, it works better now. It had quite the trouble with language processing.

I'm on the same boat as most people seem to be: chat apps are just not unified enough. If there was an option that "just works", then I would use it... something like iMessage everywhere. Also, more often than I would like (such as sports games and other large gatherings), my phone doesn't have data but still has a…

I have some issues with this guide. I just built a computer with an i5, 8GB RAM, and 2TB drive for $450. Granted, I did not add a graphics card (yet), but it's still twice the specs for the same price as the $600 one here.

I'm a little late to the party, but for multi-story homes (or really anything with a basement), it is super convenient to run network wires through the HVAC. They run everywhere in the house, are super easy to get into, and come to one convenient point in the basement.

Fun fact for anyone that might be interested: a clean install of Windows 8 Pro ended up being 26.7GB, so that leaves 100GB or so on a 128GB SSD. That's definitely doable for most people, I would think. The Program Files (x86 and x64) on my 3 year old computer are 22GB total. I know that's not absolutely everything,…

ModernMix is great and all, but is there any options for doing the opposite. I actually like the idea of fast switching, full screen apps (especially on a small laptop), and that experience on Windows 8 is actually pretty great (if it wasn't for the terrible apps, that is). Also, I've started to feel that the task bar…

True story. I used to work at a Sam's Club, and this was actually on the training (so all the staff should know). When you want to do this, go to the customer service desk (right next to the door) and ask for an "alcohol pass". This will be your card for the day when the staff asks for one. Of course, it only works…

The only reason I still like HP is the keyboards (that's a 3 year old HP tm2, if anyone is wondering), and I use the Logitech V470 Bluetooth mouse (with an awesome fingerprint sticker).

There isn't a "not sure" option in the poll. I have my only computer always connected to my only TV, which does not have cable or an antenna. I watch everything online, and use the TV as a second monitor when not watching anything. Is that technically a HTPC?

What's an appropriate size for a Windows install nowadays? I am planning on building a computer right now, and getting an SSD in a few months. I'd like to just start of with the correct size partition on the C drive for Windows and programs, and keep all my data/files etc. on a separate partition. Assuming I am not…

I was 12 when I got my very own first computer, although there has been a family computer as far back as I remember.

My girlfriend stole mine...

The image looked like cheesecake in the thumbnail. Now I don't even want to read the article.

Where do you live? It's hard to believe US Cellular is the only good option anywhere. Did you also check AT&T and T-Mobile?