MICROSOFT WINDOWS 98 FULL VERSION OPERATING SYSTEM MS WIN =BRAND NEW SEALED=
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Manufacturer description
The Microsoft Windows 98 Full Version Operating System is a brand new sealed CD containing the first edition of Microsoft Windows 98. This product is specifically designed for business-to-consumer licensing and is not a modified or non-domestic version. Made in the United States, it comes in its original OEM packaging and is in English language. As a classic operating system, it provides a reliable and stable platform for users running Windows 98 on their computers.
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SpecPicks scored MICROSOFT WINDOWS 98 FULL VERSION OPERATING SYSTEM MS WIN =BRAND NEW… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro software & media category. Microsoft's retro software & media lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
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Full Specifications
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