title: What happens to my software when my DreamSpark account expires?
body: <p>DreamSpark allows me access to a lot of useful software such as Visual Studio 2012, Office and even operating systems.</p>
  
  <p>I am hesitant installing Windows 7 or even 8 on my Computer/Laptop however because I am wondering what happens once I finish University and my DreamSpark account expires? Will the OS continue to work as per usual including getting updates for it, or will I be asked to purchase a licence?</p>
  
  <p>Similarly, will all my software such as Office products continue to work normally after my DreamSpark account expires, or will I get a giant message asking me to purchase the software on startup?</p>
  
  <p>Thanks for any help. I had a look around the web and the only answers I could find were people saying "everything will <em>probably</em> still keep working". I'm hoping to get some real confirmation here.</p>