I have used MTK, KMSpico, and Activate8.1x64.exe to activate win 8.1. I like Activate8.1x64.exe because it does not appear to install a kms system on the PC and does not have to re-activate after 180 days. I am assuming that is why its called "Win 8 permanent activation". What is the difference, if any, between these activators? Thanks, Mark.
The first two will activate the system whereas the latter will 'hack'tivate it by altering system files. This isn't activation and needs to be avoided.
What is it about hacking the files that is bad? It still updates. I have been using both methods for a while now on different laptops and see no difference. What am I missing?
Proper activation means NOT to tamper system files and registry. The only way to permanently activate Win 8/8.1 is to enter legit key. Second best would be KMS based (time-limited) activation. All tools pretending to permanently activate Win 8/8.1 magically severly tamper system files and registry to show a licensed system. The trick will always be (at least partially) removed by sfc and dism checks and repair. I personally see no use in hacks that won't work properly .
yes no need to risk system file damage and stability when there are ways of activation that use MS's own technologies to do so.