While it might be tempting to use a product key from GitHub, consider the following risks:

Have you found a supposedly working key on GitHub? Before using it, check the SHA-256 hash of any executable on VirusTotal. For plain text keys, attempt to activate via Settings > PC Settings > Activate Windows. Error code 0xC004C060 means the key is blocked. Do not proceed.

: Using a key or script to bypass activation without a genuine license violates Microsoft's Terms of Service. Support Status : Windows 8.1 reached End of Support

While GitHub hosts a vast amount of open-source collaboration, it also contains repositories that distribute "Generic Volume License Keys" (GVLK) or unauthorized license keys. This report outlines the nature of these keys, the legal implications, the security risks of using keys found on public forums, and the current status of Windows 8.1 support.

While searching for Windows 8.1 product keys on GitHub, you will often find or scripts intended for activation. It is important to distinguish between keys used for installation and those used for permanent activation. Generic Installation Keys