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Activation Record In GNU C (Nested Function)

In GNU C, The Result is 13. Because the static link is used. Otherwise, If the dynamic link is used, the result would be 16. #include int h(){ int x = 1; int g(int z){ return z + x; <------------------ P } int…
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Best way to generate activation codes for software?

What is a good way to randomly generate some not-likely-to-be-randomly-generated-again activation codes to use for activating software? I am making an auto-fulfillment system for a web application. I am using C#.
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Saving strings in java files for later runtimes of the jar? Trying to make a string which tells my jar if its been activated or not

I have a java program compiled as a .jar and it requires an activation key to be enabled. I want the jar to prompt you for the activation key on the first runtime and once its been activated, store a string which it could read during later runtimes…
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Serial Key Generation and Validation in Java (Machine Unique Identifier)

I have to protect with a validation Key an application written in Java, the key should work only on a specified PC, so for example a machine ID serial number should be generated by the application based on a unique identifier (for example : hard…
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how to protect my C# program from being installed on different systems unauthorized

I am a bit new to C# program language, I will like to know how to secure my C# desktop app from being redristibuted on various systems without my permission. I have seen some possible solutions but I will want your advice Create a web activation…
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Generating an activation key from a large set of serial numbers and activation keys

I have a bunch of serial numbers and their corresponding activation keys for some old software. Since installing them originally I have lost a number of the activation keys (but still have the serial number). I still have a data set of about 20 keys…
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How does Offline Activation works on Softwares

Many latest softwares have an option to activate the product through offline method. But how does this exactly work ? Without the computer being connected to internet, how can the software generate a key and also know that the code given is the…
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PayPal payment to issue activation code

I have just created my first PayPal button and it is working correctly within sand box. I would like to know the best way (if possible) to issue a unique activation code on my return url ensuring that the user has definitely paid before they…
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How can I add an activation key to Google add on

I created a Google form and response sheet with some added functionality using Apps script. I would like to deploy as an Add-on. I plan to charge a nominal fee (ie 0.99 cents) per year to use the add-on. I had hoped to send the link and "activation…
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Sign-up email activation: How to deal with them not getting the email?

I have a simple web app and when you sign-up, you're emailed an activation link, which you need to click in order to enable your account and login. What I've found is that some people are not getting that email, probably often because of spam but…
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No text received when attempting to reactivate an expired Azure account trial

I have created a trial account which has now expired and got automatically disabled. When I attempt to upgrade my subscription I'm stuck at the login screen. I get told that my account is locked and have the option to click "Next". I'm asked to…
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how to delete an activation code after a user used once?

when a new member is created , an registration confirmation email should be sent along with an activation code. once the user used the activation code. it shouldnt be valid anymore. I want to delete the activation code. how to delete the activation…
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How to create an Activation process for playing videos

I am producing course videos for my students and for some reason I have to prevent them to share these videos with one another. I need to create some Activation process in which they can only play videos if they get activation code from me. I have…
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activation code in asp.net?

when a user asks for forgot password , i send an activation email which works okay. but when the user activated the code and created the new password, if the user try to access the activation code for second it should say the activation code is…
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how to send an activation code in asp.net mvc2?

there is a send activation code button. A click on the button. it should send the activation code to the customer. i don't find any useful article for this. anybody can explain?
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