Ask HN: Microsoft tax refund, is it feasible?
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An almost identical question from 23 days ago: http://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=1641862
And the answer to your question: YES, if you're prepared to push for it...
And the answer to your question: YES, if you're prepared to push for it...
I buy my laptops from Dell, sans OS, and they're a bit cheaper that way. Occasionally, you can even find good ones that have Ubuntu preinstalled.
Article on Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_refund
According to Microsoft's EULA, the end user can return Windows for a refund by refusing the terms of the license:
"By using the software, you accept these terms. If you do not accept them, do not use the software. Instead, contact the manufacturer or installer to determine their return policy for a refund or credit."
There have been reports of successfully receiving refunds, others of requiring an NDA to receive a refund, litigation against manufactures for denying refunds, never ending go-arounds, and my personal favourite - being completely ignored.
Question is, has anyone had experience with getting a refund (my interest is from Lenovo). And, is it worth the effort to even try?