Originally posted here by Sharez
Hmm there is already a method for that SP1 thing.
The truth is MS is going to lock down computers that has stolen keys. One thing they are sure of is most of the illegal copies use FCKGW-xxx-xxx something key. What MS is doing is the SP will lock the computer that uses that cd key.
So all you have to do is to change the cd key. I dont think that it is right to post here how to change your cd key and get a original key for your mechine.
here is a web page explaining how to break the new security for WinXP.
http://www.windowsxp.nu
(I hope I am not breaking any rules of AO by giving out this webpage)
Block, not lock... you simply won't be able to apply the updates easily, which if your using a lot of leaked keys, will become a pain in the ass.... but you will still be able to use your installation, just won't be updated....

/me shakes his head at Sharez