I agree with the others that don't want the manager to be the "only" install option! This is a major step back. It may seem like it makes it simpler to help others, but without a way to "not" rely on the manager, if MeldaProduction goes out of business, there won't be a way to keep using our software. Please provide separate plugin files and simple serial number copy protection! Please remain on our list of developers that don't hassle the honest more than the thieves! ![:)]( "Smile")
See our thread:
viewtopic.php?t=612966
Here’s the criteria for a plugin (or a plugin company) to be listed:
1. The copy protection must use either a serial number, a keyfile or a per user Watermark.
2. The copy protection must not tie itself to anything. For example, there are now developers claiming they only use serial number copy protection, but then the copy protection ties itself to a particular CPU or other hardware. Another example is having just a serial number, but the software has to download required files from the vendor site in order to run. This is just as bad as challenge/response authentication. The software should not restrict you to using only the one computer. If you buy a new computer, you should be able to use it without dealing with the company further.
3. The software should not require any form of calling home to authenticate or to obtain the plugin. In other words, if a company were to go out of business, you should be able to pull a copy of the software and serial number or keyfile off of your backup drive, and authenticate the software. Be wary of companies using a single installer for their entire lineup of products.
These are the criteria can easily be met, as can be seen by the list of developers who already do so. Please don't make the download manager the only option available!![:)]( "Smile")
See our thread:
viewtopic.php?t=612966
Here’s the criteria for a plugin (or a plugin company) to be listed:
1. The copy protection must use either a serial number, a keyfile or a per user Watermark.
2. The copy protection must not tie itself to anything. For example, there are now developers claiming they only use serial number copy protection, but then the copy protection ties itself to a particular CPU or other hardware. Another example is having just a serial number, but the software has to download required files from the vendor site in order to run. This is just as bad as challenge/response authentication. The software should not restrict you to using only the one computer. If you buy a new computer, you should be able to use it without dealing with the company further.
3. The software should not require any form of calling home to authenticate or to obtain the plugin. In other words, if a company were to go out of business, you should be able to pull a copy of the software and serial number or keyfile off of your backup drive, and authenticate the software. Be wary of companies using a single installer for their entire lineup of products.
These are the criteria can easily be met, as can be seen by the list of developers who already do so. Please don't make the download manager the only option available!
Statistics: Posted by audiojunkie — Mon Aug 19, 2024 4:43 pm