Root Licensing Server
Introduction
All SMath products, requiring license, by default are getting it from our main portal https://smath.com/ also known as a Root Licensing Server.
Free License
Even if you use free version of SMath Studio you have to get a license. Special Free license is configured on a Root Licensing Server for this purpose. It is why you need a permanent connection to the Root Licensing Server.
Note: Offline Mode may be configured to avoid permanent Internet connection requirement.
Local Licensing Server
Local Licensing Server also require a connection to the Root Licensing Server in order to get an information about the licenses configured for this particular server. The only difference is [Local Licensing Server] does not require permanent connection. It is enough it is able to contact Root Licensing Server at least once a day.
Note: Offline Mode may be also configured for Local Licensing Server to avoid Internet connection requirement.