So, why would a customer want to identify their Microsoft Office software as genuine? What’s in it for them?

A. OGA Notifications is a program that helps Microsoft fight software piracy and helps customers validate that the copy of Microsoft Office installed on their computer is genuine and properly licensed. By confirming that copy of Office is genuine, customers can take advantage of all the capabilities, support, and continuous improvements—as well as the peace of mind—that come with using genuine Office. Additionally, customers who discover they have purchased a non-genuine version of Microsoft Office can submit a report to Microsoft and be eligible to receive a complimentary copy of Microsoft Office. This offer is limited to one copy per PC and fives copies per ship-to address.  more