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Does anyone have some idea how a server independent serial key implementation can be implemented on-to LC apps? Is there some form of unique identifier I can obtain from a PC, Mac, Linux computer?

Not fully understanding the question but unique "ID" numbers for computers can be gained from their MAC addresses.

Simon

Simon wrote:Not fully understanding the question

I'm trying to figure out a way to implement serial key checking into an LC app without the need to rely on a server. In other words, the serial checking will be done locally, by the app itself.

Sure, the app compares the current MAC address to the one it was installed on.
I'm thinking you want to know how to restrict your apps usage to the machine it was installed on. Could be wrong

Simon

Simon wrote:Sure, the app compares the current MAC address to the one it was installed on.
I'm thinking you want to know how to restrict your apps usage to the machine it was installed on. Could be wrong

Simon

Spot on. Now I I can't find any info on the Dictionary with regards to detecting the MAC address. Help?

I was confused by the title of the post. What's a server have to do with it?
Here is a great resouce:
http://www.sonsothunder.com/devres/live ... vecode.htm
There you will find code to retrieve the MAC address and a lot more!

Simon

Well normally, serial key checking is done via server to ensure the authenticity and to prevent "piracy". However, I don't want to implement some robust serial key checking. I just want some minor deterrent so people don't simply give copies of the software to other people for free.