OT: one license, multiple machines


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OT: one license, multiple machines
by Tom Masters on Jun 14, 2008 at 6:17:49 pm

I would like to install my copy of CS3 production bundle on my laptop as well as my desktop.

I know Adobe will not let you have 2 active installations, but is it possible (and practical/easy) to activate and de-activate each install of CS3 as I move between using my laptop and desktop?

I really don't see why I would have to pay twice, if I am only using one at a time.

thx!

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Re: OT: one license, multiple machines
by Ron Lindeboom on Jun 14, 2008 at 6:25:09 pm

You CAN have the software legally installed on one desktop and one laptop.

But to keep your licenses in effect, ALWAYS remember to uninstall your copies and NEVER reformat a drive without first uninstalling the CS3 suite. This "recredits" your license account so that they can then be reinstalled again later. If you don't remember this critical step, you will face a relicensing nightmare.

Best regards,

Ron Lindeboom

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Re: OT: one license, multiple machines
by Tom Masters on Jun 14, 2008 at 7:08:53 pm

so wait, Adobe allows 2 active installs of CS3 for one license (purchase)?

So I can have one copy installed on each machine, and run them both? (not at the same time)

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Re: OT: one license, multiple machines
by Aharon Rabinowitz on Jun 15, 2008 at 5:11:05 pm

[Tom Masters] "so wait, Adobe allows 2 active installs of CS3 for one license (purchase)?"

Yes.

[Tom Masters] "So I can have one copy installed on each machine, and run them both? (not at the same time)"

yes. Run them both but Not at the same time.

Aharon Rabinowitz
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