Kevin, I was put off by the iLok thing as well cause I really don't like activations and copy protection schemes. but I went ahead because of the price and I must admit it was really easy.

1) download and install iLok app
2) go to iLok and set up an account (or do it through the app)
3) download and install UltraChannel
4) activate using the iLok app

and you should be good to go! the only glitch I experienced was the access code which is listed on their FAQ and kinda hard to find. but it is the same code for everyone so here ya go!

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