MICROSOFT WINDOWS 98 SE SECOND EDITION FULL OS~BRAND NEW /SEALED
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Manufacturer description
The product is a new, factory sealed copy of Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition Full OS. There is a crack in the case.
SpecPicks Verdict
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Full Specifications
| edition | Second Edition |
|---|---|
| license_type | Full Retail |
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