You have recently purchased a software package and need to install it on your company's computer. Which of the following options is the BEST step to ensure that your software installation is authenticated and legally compliant?
Keep the purchase receipt in a safe place as proof of authenticity.
Ensure your computer's time and date settings are accurate before installation.
Enter a valid product key provided by the software vendor during installation.
Record the serial number of your computer where the software will be installed.
Entering a valid product key during the installation is essential because it verifies the legitimacy of the software copy and ensures compliance with the licensing agreement. Product keys are unique to each software copy; entering this correctly is required to activate and use the software legally. Keeping the key confidential is important to prevent unauthorized use or installation. Receipts do not authenticate software, and serial numbers usually refer to identification rather than preventing software piracy.
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