really, imagine this situation: i have to install xp on the new pc, i have to type in the code, send it to microsoft, get hold of new one, type that in too, install max, type in 3 (!) different lenghty numbers, send for a authorization code, install it, install final render, type in some codes, send for an authorization code, install poser5, type in some serial numbers, send for an authorization code... i have typically 10-15 different software that i use every day for my work - double that for mac - how long do you people expect me to make one pc operational? a week? and i have four pcs and three macs in my office. what comes next? authorization code for every 3rd party figure? authorization before each rendering? please, reconsider your new authorization policy!