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One challenge that most developers face when nearing release of their first application is how to implement registration and piracy protection. This three-part article will describe three common types of registration schemes: Serial Numbers, Asymmetrical Cryptographic Keys and Product Activation.

Part Two: Asymmetrical Cryptography
Asymmetrical Cryptographic Keys are a great way to secure you app, because the […]

Registration Schemes: Serial Numbers

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One challenge that most developers face when nearing release of their first application is how to implement registration and piracy protection. This three-part article will describe three common types of registration schemes: Serial Numbers, Asymmetrical Cryptographic Keys and Product Activation.

Part One: Serial Numbers
Serial numbers are the simplest, most practical option. However, they are also the […]

Interviews and Podcasts

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iAppblog recently interviewed me on the new iPhone SDK, Apple’s business model, and whether we will see Exces for iPhone. It’s an interesting read, so be sure to go have a look
Last week, I also participated in the MacSB podcst episode 4. It was really interesting and instructive to have a chat with some really […]

New Design!

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Here’s a fresh new look for my blog!

I’m hoping this will look slick and professional.
I’m aware it isn’t totally finished: it brings IE down to its knees, and some parts don’t look quite right in Opera. I will do my best to fix these issues ASAP. If this is the case for you, I suggest […]

NanoLifeSaver

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I bring to you, NanoLifeSaver.
NanoLifeSaver is a slick Core Animation screensaver.

(This last one is a movie, Click to Play)
Download NanoLifeSaver
Credit goes to Scott Stevenson for coming up with the original animation code.

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