Windows 10: New build, new parts, fresh Windows 10 install, no Microsoft account linked - Windows 10 is...

Hi guys, a probably noobish question. Basically I just built a new pc, all new parts; downloaded Windows 10 ISO from Microsoft website, created a bootable USB drive, and proceeded with installation. During installation I selected "I don't have a product key". I then created a local account (so no linking any Microsoft account, which I do not have). Now my copy of Windows is "activated with a digital licence" without me doing anything else.

My (little) understanding is that licences are somehow tied to hardware, can this mean that I actually bought an used motherboard as new? Are there other possible explanations?

Thanks for your help!

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