Windows 10 End-User License Agreement

This agreement is between you and Microsoft. Please read it carefully. It applies to the Windows 10 software included with your device, and any updates, supplements, or services for that software, unless other terms accompany those items.

1. License Grant

Microsoft grants you the following non-exclusive, non-transferable, limited rights to use the software:

1. Installation and Use. You may install and use one instance of the software on one device.
2. Updates. You may use software updates provided by Microsoft.
3. Backup Copy. You may make one backup copy of the software.

2. Use Restrictions

You may not:

• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the software.
• Modify or create derivative works based on the software.
• Rent, lease, lend, or sell the software.
• Use the software for commercial software hosting services.
• Circumvent any technical measures that control access to the software.

3. Software Updates

Microsoft may automatically check for and download updates. You may need to accept the updated terms to continue using the software. Microsoft is not obligated to provide support for updated versions.

4. Data Collection and Privacy

The software may collect information about your usage, which is described in the Microsoft Privacy Statement. You can manage privacy settings within the software.

5. Termination

This agreement terminates automatically if you breach its terms. Upon termination, you must stop using and destroy all copies of the software.

6. Disclaimer of Warranty

The software is provided "as is" without any warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Microsoft does not warrant that the software will meet your requirements or be error-free.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the extent permitted by law, Microsoft shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of the use of the software.

8. Governing Law

This agreement is governed by the laws of the United States and the State of Washington, without regard to conflict of law principles.

9. Severability

If any provision of this agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

10. Entire Agreement

This agreement constitutes the entire agreement between you and Microsoft regarding the software and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous understandings and agreements.

By proceeding, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this End-User License Agreement.