Software companies don't tell you when you buy that you need this

ilok...But does it work? | Digidesign Pace iLok USB Smart Key

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An unfortunate necessity

Unfortunately most people seem to pirate (illegally copy) anything that isn't nailed down. I vastly prefer this small key to the other onerous product activation schemes that make you send a lot of personal data to the vendor. This also make it quite easy to move the software around. I have used the site and the key with no problems for years. In my experience all sites will make it clear in their license information that you will need the key. Of course if you are new to buying "advanced amateur" or "professional" software you msy not think to look at the license terms before you buy. Given two equal pieces of software I would buy the one with no copy protection at all. Given the other choices I prefer this one.

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Software companies don't tell you when you buy that you need this

I bought the Synthogy ivory pianos. The description didn't say I need the ILok. I got the software, tried to install it and nothing. Looked through the manual and nothing about the ilok was under "requirements" which is where I would assume the "requirements" for running the program would be. I called support and they told me I need to buy the ILok. Mac osx wouldn't run without it.

I understand the need for security and fighting piracy, but I agree with the previous reviewer it is frustrating. At the very least they should include in the software if you HAVE to have it to run the program. At the very least, make sure it's listed clearly so people know before they buy it.

Besides the added expense of the software, the ILok takes up a USB port that usually contains my back up drive.

If I had know this ahead of time, I probably would have gone with the acoustik pianos.

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ilok...But does it work?

All you folks are complaining about the software that requires an ilok, but nothing about the product (the ilok). Like it or not, it does what it is supposed to do!

Peace

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The iLok smart key enables you to carry all of your authorizations with you wherever you go. With iLok all of your authorizations can be stored on a single key. No more lost authorization due to computer problems. iLok is portable, convenient and hassle free. The iLok has become a choice of authorization by major companies such as Digidesign and Waves with more being added to the list every day. This is perfect for the "traveling" producer or engineer who works at several different studios.

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