How many macbooks can you install an app on, how many macbooks can you install an app on

I want to know if it is acceptable to install an app purchased on one macbook on a second macbook?

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The license for apps from the Mac App Store (MAS) allows you to install the app on as many Macs as you own or have in your control, such as a Mac from an employer or educational institution.

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    A single purchase of Lion will allow you to download it multiple times as long as you use your Apple ID.
    If your wife wishes to install Lion, she must sign into the App Store with your Apple ID.
    Source: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4854

  • How many computers can I install my Creative Cloud apps on?

    You can install the apps available in Creative Cloud on your primary computer and one backup computer, as long as they are not running at the same time. You will have access to both the Mac OS and Windows versions, so if you have a Mac at home and a PC at work, for example, you can install your applications on both. See the product license agreements page for more information.
    Read more in the Creative Cloud FAQ

    Jeff,
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    The answer your support person gave was "YES"  So the answer in this topic don't even flow with the answers from calling the 800 number!
    So now reading this forum topic I am really confused.   I like many others have definate reasons why I may want to flip flop the machine I am using the software on  (1) I have $4500 worth of AE plug-ins.  $2000 worth of these are platform specific.  So they only run on a windows machine.  Even, though I intend on my primary workflow to be used on a MAC there may come a time when I need to use one of these plug-ins and then would have to switch my activation to the PC to use it. 
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    I like many others completely understand that we are only suppose to operate our software on 1 machine at a time.  I am cool with you checking this.  Other posters have asked what if I forget to turn one machine off leave with my MacBook Pro and then fire it up.  Will I be in trouble?  Not sure how you handle this if you don't have a connection.  But Spotify the music streaming company license their software to me the user.  If I fire up one machine,  Then grab my iPhone and try to listen it turns it off on the other machine.  Apps in the app store like MotionX Drive do the same thing.
    I am an Electrical Automation Engineer by day and a Graphic/Video Designer Enthusiast at night.   In all the programming software that every vendor provides they provide a licensing server software service that sits locally within the location.  It manages concurrent licenses, without the need for online connections.  Any computer needing to run simply pulls the license from the network connected license server software service.  When the program is done it releases the license.  The only issues with this is if your license server crashes.  It can be a bit of a headache with support to get your license back.   Others simply have an online site (like Apple) Where you simply log in and de-activate devices as needed.  (Heck even Hulu, and Netflix offer this.)
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    Then you can download the Trial version of Aperture 3 and unlock it with your serial numbers - you will need all three for all three versions: A current link to the Trial version is in this support document, also instructions on how to reinstall on different systems:
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  • Can't figure out how to use this latest version of iTunes! How do you add/remove apps on your iPhone when it's connected to your mac? Many thanks, Frustrated

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  • I downloaded mountain lion for my macbook pro and i want to install it on my sisters' macbook air, my question is, how many times can i share my purchase?

    i downloaded mountain lion for my macbook pro and i want to install it on my sisters' macbook air, my question is, how many times can i share my purchase?

    Association of Associated Devices is subject to the following terms:
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  • My MacBook Pro came with Lion pre-installed so I can't re-download it from the app store. Is it possible to get the installESD.dmg file and how can I get it if I can't re-download Lion in Apple Store option?

    My MacBook Pro came with Lion pre-installed so I can't re-download it from the app store. Is it possible to get the installESD.dmg file and how can I get it if I can't re-download Lion in Apple Store option?

    FYI Mac OS X is not designed to be installed on additional Macs, unless you purchased it from the App Store, in which case you can make as many copies as you wish and install it on as many Macs as you own.
    From the Recovery Disk Assistant -
    Notes
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  • HT1338 I need to how can I have Mac OS Lion, as I bought my Macbook Pro in beginning of June 2011 from Apple Store US. The serial number of my product is C0*******H2M. Please confirm me that I can have it for free, and how could I install it. Many Thanks.

    I need to how can I have Mac OS Lion, as I bought my Macbook Pro in beginning of June 2011 from Apple Store in US.
    The serial number of my product is C0*******H2M. Please confirm me that I can have it for free, and how could I install it. Many Thanks.
    <Edited by Host>

    Sorry, but that opportunity has long passed. Your options now are:
    Upgrading to Lion
    If your computer does not meet the requirements to install Mountain Lion, it may still meet the requirements to install Lion.
    You can purchase Lion by contacting Customer Service: Contacting Apple for support and service - this includes international calling numbers. The cost is $19.99 (as it was before) plus tax.  It's a download. You will get an email containing a redemption code that you then use at the Mac App Store to download Lion. Save a copy of that installer to your Downloads folder because the installer deletes itself at the end of the installation.
         Lion System Requirements
           1. Mac computer with an Intel Core 2 Duo, Core i3, Core i5, Core i7,
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           2. 2GB of memory
           3. OS X v10.6.6 or later (v10.6.8 recommended)
           4. 7GB of available space
           5. Some features require an Apple ID; terms apply.
    Upgrading to Mountain Lion
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         OS X Mountain Lion - System Requirements
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             1. iMac (Mid 2007 or newer)
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             3. MacBook Pro (Mid/Late 2007 or newer)
             4. MacBook Air (Late 2008 or newer)
             5. Mac mini (Early 2009 or newer)
             6. Mac Pro (Early 2008 or newer)
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             See App Compatibility Table - RoaringApps - App compatibility and feature support for OS X & iOS.
         Am I eligible for the free upgrade?
             See Apple - Free OS X Mountain Lion upgrade Program.
         For a complete How-To introduction from Apple see Apple - Upgrade your Mac to OS X Mountain Lion.

  • HT4722 How many computers can you install Final Cut on

    How many computers can you install Final Cut on with one license or purchase?

    This is an excerpt from the FCPX license, available here.
    http://images.apple.com/legal/sla/docs/FinalCutPro.pdf
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    (ii) if you are a commercial enterprise or educational institution, to download, install, use and run one (1) copy of the Apple Software for use either: (a) by a single individual on each of the Mac Computer(s) that you own or control, or (b) by multiple individuals on a single shared Mac
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  • How many computers can I install my Creative Cloud apps on? May 5, 2012 5:57 AM -- Cloud Busted!!!!

    Ok so i was just about to sign up for the cloud... having big problems with the Application Manager not being able to connect to the Interent (???) and re-directed to Customer Service. S aw this question about how many machines one can install on... blown away by Adobe's answer... 2!!!
    2?  Two? Deux???  Are you guys for real?  This is 2013... we have many more than 2 devices... the subscription should be for me, not my machines.
    I suppose i do notunderstand the meaning of a Cloud based Solution.  Is it me or is Adobe out to lunch on this one?  And b4 the Adobe ppl respond telling me to 'review the licensing agreement' like it the original (locked) post... perhaps it is you, Adobe people, who should review your licensing agreement!!!  I see no reason to pay Adobe for a Cloud Solution now.  It serves no purpose that I can see.  Unfortunate... re-tool it Adobe and get back to me.

    Hi pacman,
    You can install the creative cloud apps on as many device as you want, but simultaneously you will be allowed to use only 2 device at a time as per EULA(end user license agreement).
    You can contact Adobe support they will let you know more about the creative cloud membership.
    http://www.adobe.com/support/chat/ivrchat.html
    OR
    Visit this link for CCM FAQ
    http://www.adobe.com/products/creativecloud/faq.html

  • How many computers can I install iWork's on after downloading it from the app store? on

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  • How many devices can I install my paid apps on??

    Ok we have brought several apps in my family. But we have about 7 different iOS devices out of iPods/iPhones/ipads. But am I able to install all of the paid apps on all our devices and is there a Limt on how many times I can re download them, and is there a Limt for the amount of devices I can put them on.
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  • How many devices can you install logic pro 9 on?

    When I'm buying Logic Pro 9 ($200), on how many devices can I install it on. Like games bought in the app store can be downloaded on several devices, but what about Logic. I'm going to install it on two macs when I buy it and soon an iMac. Thanks!

    Welcome to the Apple Support Communities
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  • How do I override the app store? A previous owner purchased iPhoto and now I can't accept/install on my MacBook Air.

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    Used iMac iLife issues: Apple Support Communities

  • If I by aperture at the App Store for $80, how many computers can I install it on??

    If I by aperture at the App Store for $80, how many computers can I install it on??

    For personal use... Any Macs that you own.
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4461
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