Can I use multiple product keys with the same Win 7 DVD?

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Published on 2010-04-08T22:26:53Z Indexed on 2010/04/08 22:33 UTC
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Instead of sending my friend 3 Win 7 DVDs, is it enough just to send 1 DVD and then email 3 product keys? Also, would a Win 7 Professional product key work if the DVD was for Home Premium?

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