Copy of windows 98SE

[astondog]

What's the cheapest way to get a copy of windows 98SE as I need to have one to install AOL silver braodband (I already have 98SE but no longer have the cd for the number) I have tried ebay but all they seem to have is boot cds and install repairs (don't know what they are).
Cheers

[Postdog]

OK, I'm no expert, but windows 98, a format that way preceded broadband - 2 questions (1) why???? and (2) is it likely to be compatible with broadband?

[RIR]

Yes, Windows SE is Broadband compatible, as indeed is Windows 98 FE, and, in most cases (not USB) Windows 95.

[fo3nix]

98 didn't preceed broadband. broadband (using ethernet) has been around for 20+ years.

astondog: what number do you need? why does AOL need your windows number?

[astondog]

Hi fo3nix, when I put the cd for the broadband in and loaded it it told me to insert my 98SE cd. I borrowed one and it took the key number, unfortunately since then I have been into hospital and have had an amputation of my lower right leg and have been unable to instal my broadband. Now I'm a bit more mobile I need to get my own copy so I can continue.

[fo3nix]

OK. I think it's strange that AOL want your windows key. I don't understand why they need that sort of information.