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Steps to Protect Applications Using API
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Add the Business Layer API Functions into Source Code,
Compile, and Link
You now need to insert the Business Layer API calls into your application
source code. The code sketch for your license template can guide you on the
relevant API functions that can be called. Also, do refer to the best practices
described in Chapter 7, “Implementing Secure Licensing,” on page 167.
Finally, compile and link your application after including the Sentinel Keys
header files and libraries.
Apply the CodeCover Protection (for Windows
Applications Only)
For extra protection, you can apply CodeCover over your API-protected
(compiled) applications. However, this step is optional and depends on
whether your executables, DLLs, and BPLs are supported by the CodeCover
or not. The steps for using the CodeCover are described in Chapter 4, “Protecting
Applications Using CodeCover,” on page 75.
Test the Protected Application
You can now test your protected application. We recommend testing your
application to verify that it executes correctly with the appropriate Sentinel
Key both attached and missing.
Tip: If you are testing your protected application in network environment, make
sure to restart the Sentinel Keys Server.
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