License key types

The Manage Licenses wizard displays the license key type in the License Type column. The various license key types are defined here.

Floating

The floating license key type is displayed for packages that have Rational® Common Licensing enabled. The package components are enabled when the package obtains access to floating license keys from Rational License Server.

Free

The free license key type is displayed for packages that use IBM® Rational Software Development Platform components that are licensed royalty-free and independent, such as the Application Server Toolkit for IBM WebSphere® Application Server.

Permanent

The permanent license key type is displayed for packages that have been upgraded with a product activation kit containing a permanent license key and license agreement. The license key does not expire and enables an authorized user to use the product on the installed workstation indefinitely.

Trial

The trial license key type is displayed for packages with a trial license key. All products initially ship with a trial license key. When you install a product, a trial license key is installed that enables you to use the product for a period of 30 or 60 days. During the trial period, the product is fully functional.

When 15 days are left in the trial period, you receive a warning that a product is about to expire. The product will not function after the expiration date.


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