There is a difference between "network heavy" (acad.exe installed on the
server) and "client install". The client install is better, IMO, for
performance and maintainence. The reason that it's better for
maintainence/administration too is becuase to install an SP on a client you
just do it. To install an SP to an installation of AutoCAD that is in a
"network heavy" configuration you have to get everyone off of AutoCAD,
install the SP on the server, then install the SP on each client before they
can get back on (what a PIA). The reason you still have to install the SP
on each client is becuase even the "network heavy" install still installed
about 60MB of files to the client that usually have to be updated with an SP
update.
So basically go for Client side only installation that connects to the
license server to get a license if you want to have an easier time of it. 😉
I've read that you can get remote VPN connections to contact the license
server over the internet, but I have not done it. Yes it can be done, how I
don't know .
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Kevin Nehls
"Bratz2" wrote in message
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> Alright I've read through most of these now, and I still need a bit of
Explination here. There is a difference Between loading the "Actual
Software" on a Server Vs. Loading the "Actual Software" on Local Machines,
and havng them look to the Network Machine for A license, is that correct?
Secondly (and so far in my company most importantly) can either of these
situations be configured in a way that someone from the office can use this
software while working at home? There was so info on it, but some of it is a
bit convoluted so a very simple Yes or no would suit me fine.
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