Use this chart to determine which license or combination of licenses will work for you.
Note: To learn more about each type of ExtendSim license, see License Types.
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How you intend to use ExtendSim... | Individual | Node-Locked | Floating License | Analysis RunTime | Player RunTime | Cloud |
Frequent or "power-user" use for building and running models. | ![]() |
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Routine or normal use for building and running models. | ![]() |
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Occasional, part-time, or one-time use for building and running models. | ![]() |
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Single user on one computer building and running models | ![]() |
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Single user on one computer running models built by others - no model building needed. | ![]() |
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Multiple users on one computer, one at a time building and running models. | ![]() |
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Multiple users on multiple computers, simultaneously or concurrently building and running models. | ![]() |
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Student use for coursework (see the Student Portal for more details on specific programs available for students). | ![]() |
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Off-load extensive model analysis runs to a separate computer. | ![]() |
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Launch multiple instances of ExtendSim using Multicore Analysis. | ![]() |
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COM functionality for communication with other applications supported. | ![]() |
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Provide access to ExtendSim functionality over the internet or intranet to those who don't have ExtendSim. Note: requires programming |
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Model viewer available as a free download. | ![]() |
Tips
For maximum flexibility and cost-effectiveness, most companies employ a mix of licenses. Companies who want to provide ExtendSim functionality over the internet, use the Cloud license.