License Tokens

In the context of the Babel Licensing Service, license tokens are used to manage licenses and track their usage. There are two main types of license tokens: floating license tokens and license activation tokens.

Floating License Tokens

In the case of floating licenses, a token represents a client that is connected to the server and using a specific license. When a client requests a license, a token is allocated to that client, indicating that the license is in use. The token remains associated with the client until the client releases the floating license, either explicitly or when the client disconnects from the server. Once the license is released, the token becomes available again for other clients to request.

The use of floating license tokens offers flexibility, as multiple clients can connect to the server and request tokens for the available licenses. This allows for efficient license utilization and enables concurrent usage of licenses among multiple clients. If a license is not actively used or activated, the token associated with that license can be reused, making the allocation of licenses more dynamic.

License Activation Tokens

In the case of license activation, a token represents a client that has successfully activated a license. When a client activates a license, a token is assigned to that client, indicating that the license is activated and tied to that specific client. Activation tokens are typically used when the license is intended for a specific client or device, and it remains associated with that client until the license is deactivated.

Compared to floating licenses, license activation tokens provide a more static allocation of licenses, as the token remains tied to a specific client for the duration of the license activation. This approach is useful when licenses must be specifically assigned or restricted to certain clients or devices.

It's important to note that in the Server edition of the Babel Licensing Service, there is a limit on the number of active tokens that can be allocated at a given time. This limit determines the maximum number of clients that can be connected and actively using licenses simultaneously. However, if a license is not being used or activated, the associated token can be freed up and made available for other clients to request, maximizing the efficient utilization of licenses.

If the number of license tokens provided by the Server edition is not sufficient for your needs, you have the option to upgrade to the Data Center edition of the Babel Licensing Service. The Data Center edition offers the ability to unlock an unlimited number of tokens, allowing for a higher number of concurrent client connections and license usage.

In summary, license tokens in the Babel Licensing Service play a crucial role in managing licenses and tracking their usage. Floating license tokens enable flexible allocation and dynamic reusability of licenses among multiple clients, while license activation tokens provide a more static assignment of licenses to specific clients. By understanding the different token usage scenarios and considering the available token limits, you can effectively manage and optimize the licensing capabilities of the Babel Licensing Service for your application.