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https://www.lifehacker.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/21/1305604603315626085.jpg?quality=75636358Over the weekend, we reported that Microsoft planned to give away free Windows 10 licenses to those who were trying out the Preview. As it turns out, Microsoft itself seemed confused. Now, the company says that installing the Preview on an otherwise unauthorised PC will not get you a free licence.