Chew7
Chew7 is the only activation solution that disables the loathed "calling home" feature (spyware) that is embedded into the software protection platform of Windows. In Windows XP days, when WGA was first released, it quickly became apparent to the more self conscious technologically inclined users, that Microsoft was retrieving personally identifiable information from its users without notice on a daily basis (every time the system boots up and then on a 24 hour interval after that). Now they have switched to a robust "software protection platform" built into the framework of the operating system itself, and they've changed this 24 hour grab interval to something much less conspicuous — 14 days, so it's no wonder most people haven't caught on to what's happening. Even with a firewall installed, most of us are inclined to simply ignore notices about Windows components connecting to the internet without apparent cause. Private information like names and internet protocol addresses, browsing history, and sometimes even files that they deem to require further investigation, are being sent over the internet. What do they do with all this information? It's anyone's guess, but the way we see it, it's certainly an invasion of rights to privacy. Will they admit to it? Probably not; it's spyware after all.
Introduction:
Once you use an OEM product key, it gets associated with the hardware that is present at the time of activation, and if you alter your hardware configuration by more than a given threshold, Windows assumes you are attempting to use the same license key on multiple computers. What happens next is Windows turns on a nasty feature callednotification mode which consists of a forced solid black wallpaper, frequent popup reminders to Activate
Windows, and automatic reboots without notice.
Basically, if you upgrade your hardware, you will be punished for it until you revalidate your license by calling the Microsoft support number, in which case, they still might not help you.
This is quite the nuisance, so the Chew7 software aims to allow license-owners to enjoy their legally obtained operating system without interruption.
Installation:
(For users on a fresh install of Windows, you don't need these instructions.)
Quote:
1. Turn off or disable your anti-virus/anti-malware software.
2. Completely uninstall any previous versions of Chew-WGA or related software.
3. Run sfc /scannow (without quotes). Wait for it to finish, then restart the computer.
4. Run services.msc (without quotes) to open the Microsoft Management Console "services" snap-in.
5. Verify that the startup type for Software Protection is set to Automatic (Delayed Start).
6. Verify that the startup type for SPP Notification Service is set to Manual.
2. Completely uninstall any previous versions of Chew-WGA or related software.
3. Run sfc /scannow (without quotes). Wait for it to finish, then restart the computer.
4. Run services.msc (without quotes) to open the Microsoft Management Console "services" snap-in.
5. Verify that the startup type for Software Protection is set to Automatic (Delayed Start).
6. Verify that the startup type for SPP Notification Service is set to Manual.
7. Run Chew7.exe and click the Install button.
Disclaimer:
Chew7 is a software tool intended for educational and security research purposes only. The authors and beta testers take no responsibility for the way you use it or any problems that may arise as a result of its use.
If you decide to use it, you may be breaking your Microsoft Windows license agreement.
Do not access, use, or in any way utilize this software if it is in conflict with any of your state, federal, or local laws.
By obtaining or possessing a copy of this software or a derivative of its original package, you are acknowledging that you are personally responsible for its use and possessorship.
Compatibility:
- Windows 7 Starter x32 + x64
- Windows 7 Home Basic x32 + x64
- Windows 7 Home Premium x32 + x64
- Windows 7 Professional x32 + x64
- Windows 7 Enterprise x32 + x64
- Windows 7 Ultimate x32 + x64
- Windows N Premium x32 + x64
- Windows N Professional x32 + x64
- Windows N Enterprise x32 + x64
- Windows N Ultimate x32 + x64
- Windows Server 2008 R2 Foundation x32 + x64
- Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard x32 + x64
- Windows Server 2008 R2 Enterprise x32 + x64
- Windows Server 2008 R2 Datacenter x32 + x64
- Windows Web Server 2008 R2 x32 + x64
- Windows HPC Server 2008 x32 + x64
- Windows Server 2008 R2 for Itanium-Based Systems x32 + x64
- Windows Home Server V2 (codename: Vail) x32 + x64
Potential False Positives
File Hashes (Chew7.exe)
Download:
Below is a link to Chew7 v1.1, which is FREEWARE so if you're reading this from a website claiming that you need to buy it or do something special to obtain it, then you're in the wrong place.
Below is a link to Chew7 v1.1, which is FREEWARE so if you're reading this from a website claiming that you need to buy it or do something special to obtain it, then you're in the wrong place.
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