In this article, we will discuss the process of activating Windows 10 using activation keys or product keys in the Windows environment. Activating Windows 10 is crucial for users to access all the features and functionalities of the operating system. By following the steps outlined below, you can easily activate your Windows 10 installation and ensure a smooth user experience.

Examples:

1. Activating Windows 10 using the Command Prompt (CMD):

   • Open the Command Prompt as an administrator.
   • Type the following command and press Enter: slmgr.vbs /ipk <activation_key>
   • Replace <activation_key> with your valid Windows 10 activation key.
   • Once the command is executed successfully, you will receive a confirmation message.
   • To activate Windows, type the following command and press Enter: slmgr.vbs /ato
   • Windows will now be activated using the provided activation key.

2. Activating Windows 10 using PowerShell:

   • Open PowerShell as an administrator.
   • Run the following command to set the execution policy: Set-ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted
   • Press Enter and select "Y" to confirm the change.
   • Type the following command and press Enter: $key = '<activation_key>'
   • Replace <activation_key> with your valid Windows 10 activation key.
   • Run the command: (New-Object -ComObject 'WScript.Shell').Popup('Windows 10 will now be activated.', 0, 'Activation', 0x1)
   • Windows will now be activated using the provided activation key.