Frequently Asked Questions

• What does ArtistScope CD actually protect?
• What is not protected by ArtistScope CD?
• Why does the end user need to use a web browser?
• What type of file format, html and scripting is supported on ArtistScope CD?
• What file formats are not supported on ArtistScope CD?
• Can ArtistScope CD be copy protected while viewed in a web browser?
• Can ArtistScope CD be protected from duplication?

What does ArtistScope CD actually protect?
 

ArtistScope CD uses strong strength encryption (128 Bit) to compile an archive When a password is nominated it is used as the key for decryption Archives cannot be decompiled or dissemble for the content within Ownership of the archive is verified by your logo in the about window

What is not protected by ArtistScope CD?

While the content within your archive is now protected, when individual pages and images are viewed in a web browser, the end user has the same privileges as when visiting your web site online, which means that saving and copying using the normal means is possible unless further measures are taken. To further protect images and pages while being viewed, you can include Secure Image or Copysafe Web solutions which are fully supported by ArtistScope CD. Secure Image provides image encryption for protection from mouse saves, image link extraction and cache retrieval, but CopySafe Web is recommended as the most secure solution for protecting from all threats including Printscreen and all screen capture software.

Why does the end user need to use a web browser?

To deliver the same web pages that you use on your web site, ArtistScope CD includes a mini web server engine. The reading of any web page is best viewed using a popular web browser.

What type of file format, html and scripting is supported on ArtistScope CD?

All of the usual html effects are supported in ArtistScope CD archives including CSS style, JavaScript and Java. All of the commonly used image formats for web presentation are supported such as Gif, Jpg, Png, Tiff as well as document formats such Excel, PDF and  Word.

What file formats are not supported on ArtistScope CD?

Due to the strong encryption used by ArtistScope CD some movies and animations using Codecs may not be supported. Some other file types may be similarly affected depending on their file size and mode of creation such as Flash and PowerPoint.

Can ArtistScope CD be copy protected while viewed in a web browser?

ArtistScope CD will support most copy protection solutions however Copysafe Web is recommended as the most secure and robust and ideal for CD distribution.

Can ArtistScope CD be protected from duplication?

No. It is impossible to prevent duplication of a CD. Many companies have invested millions in trying to find a solution but they all fall short in the end. However you can be assured that the content on the CD cannot be distributed in part.

ArtistScope CD software is custom compiled to order so that your company details can be embedded in the archives that you create.
 

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