How to download Windows legally for FREE for your pentesting labs or malware analysis

Yes! It is possible!!!

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Sometimes we need a fresh Windows to use it as a Sandbox, try some exploits, etc... the best method is to virtualize it using VirtualBox or VMware, but how to do it without not buying a license every time :)

Here is the solution:

https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/tools/vms/

Please note that these virtual machines expire after 90 days, but it will be enough for all your testing.

And the password to your VM is "Passw0rd!"