Is it compliant to use OEM pre-installed Windows Pro PCs in a commercial training center (academy) in Korea?
Hello, We operate a computer training center (academy) in Korea, with more than 300 PCs used by students in paid training programs focused on IT skills such as C programming, Python, Linux, and cloud computing using platforms like AWS and GCP.
All PCs were purchased with OEM pre-installed Windows 10 or 11 Pro licenses, and we would like to ensure that using them in a commercial educational environment complies with Microsoft’s licensing terms.
We are not using any Microsoft Office or Microsoft software that requires separate licensing — only the legality of the OEM Windows Pro OS usage is in question.
Specifically, we would like to confirm:
If OEM-installed Windows 10/11 Pro licenses are valid for use on PCs operated in a paid, in-person training environment (i.e., a commercial academy).
What documentation or proof should be retained (e.g., COA stickers, purchase invoices, digital license activation screenshots) in case of a license audit or inquiry.
Are there any official Microsoft or BSA statements or guidelines that clarify this usage scenario for private training centers that are not formal public schools or universities, but operate commercially.
Since Windows 10 is approaching end of support for security updates, we are planning to upgrade many of our PCs to Windows 11. If our current use of OEM licenses is compliant, we would like to confirm that upgrading to Windows 11 does not affect the license validity for continued use in a commercial training center environment.
We would greatly appreciate a clear and official response or links to relevant documentation that we can submit internally as proof of compliance.
Thank you.
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