I would call MS and explain to them exactly what you want to do before you buy Windows. This would probably result in less of a hassle from MS. The Full Retail version allows you to remove from one computer and install on another. The best fix is to crack the Activation, but that's illegal. Using Windows in a virtual machine like Parallels appears differently to the Activation Scheme than Boot Camp does. They will interpret frequent changes in perceived hardware (even if it's running on the same physical machine) as an attempt to install on multiple computers. MS intends the OEM version to be "Married" to one particular computer as determined by unique hardware identifiers. OEM will install but MS doesn't approve and will happily revoke your activation and ability to use the product (without a refund) if they feel that you're violating the EULA or especially if the think you're trying multiple installs. Our Macs don't technically qualify because we already bought them before we install Windows. The OEM version is meant to be installed on a "new" computer only. Don't get the OEM version if you intend to switch back and forth.
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