Under the brand name of Software-y-Ddraig (Dragon Software) we have released an update to our Shareware Registration System.
As used by CCDWare, SyD Shareware Registration System is a cost-effective, simple-to-use system for protecting Shareware programs. Software authors can simply install this system then with just two lines of code (for a default evaluation) their application is instantly protected, complete with an evaluation period and an application for generating license keys. The product is extremely flexible and allows different types of evaluation and reminder behaviours.
Thw product provides the following features:
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Evaluation (trial) period based on elapsed time, number of uses, or both - plus perpetual evaluations.
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Includes a stand-alone key-code generator application
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Includes a custom control that can be used to create custom applications to generate key codes (e.g. integrate into an Access database form).
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Integration with eCommerce sites (ShareIt.com currently supported)
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Various reminder screens and dialogs included.
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The registration data is tamper-resistant
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The product is licensed per-developer, not per-product. The included license key generator will generate keys for any number of products.
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Extremely simple to install and use for .NET developers, get running in just two lines of code - includes full Intellisense documentation and MSDN-style documentation.
Version 2.1 (just released) adds the following improvements:
· Auto-detection of a license key on the Windows clipboard, making it easy for the end-user to enter their license details.
· Improved input-validation during the unlock process,.
· Improved anti-tamper technology with improved robustness in the face of data corruption.
MSDN-style Developer documentation for the product is available online here: http://syd.tigranetworks.co.uk/ProdRegSvcs/NDoc-MSDN/2.1.2005.1231/index.html
SyD Product Registration Services is simple, flexible and cost effective. The product is licensed per vendor/developer, not per-product so it is very cost effective for individual authors with multiple products to protect..