Microsoft may update this privacy statement at any time. You can find the most current version of this statement on the Microsoft website.
Users have several options to limit data sharing during the final "Express Settings" phase: Windows 8.1 and Windows Server 2012 R2 KMS Keys Microsoft may update this privacy statement at any time
The collected product key and associated metadata are used exclusively for: : For Windows Server 2012 R2, if you
Collects data on hardware and how setup is used to identify and fix common installation failures. : For Windows Server 2012 R2
: For Windows Server 2012 R2, if you attempt to install a feature that is not locally available, the system can be configured via Group Policy to download necessary files from Windows Update or a shared network folder.
: The system may also send information regarding any detected "activation exploits" or unauthorized software that attempts to bypass the licensing requirements. User Choice and Control
Microsoft may disclose data collected during installation to:
