I have to build a series of information kiosks and I was considering using flash technology. However, the Adobe license prohibits redistributing the flashplayer with embedded projects. Does anyone had experience with Adobe with similar projects? Is there a commercial license for the player?
Thanks a lot!
It appears that the embedded player means an actual embedded player and not a copy with a browser. This comes from the fact that the commercial license purchase option is for Flash Lite (see below) which is for Mobile Devices and actually embedded.
I built a Kiosk application back in 2001 without any problem and it looks like there is still no problem as long as it is regular Flash Player with a browser.
Here is the summary for Flash Player 10
You may post Adobe Flash Player on company intranet sites or local networks. You may also distribute the Players on a CD, DVD, or any other physical media within the terms and conditions of the electronic Player Distribution License Agreement.
Please note: Royalty-free Flash Player distribution is limited to specific desktop and laptop operating systems. Distribution restrictions are specified in the license agreement. Distribution on devices is subject to a licensing fee and different licensing terms. Please contact an Adobe Mobile & Devices representative if you are interested in licensing Flash Player for distribution on devices.
Here is a brief summary of the rights granted by this license:
* Licensee is permitted to distribute Adobe Web Players to multiple clients in a closed intranet environment.
* Licensee is permitted to distribute Adobe Web Players to multiple end-users by including the Player installers on CDs, DVDs or other physical media.
* Usage of Adobe Web Players is only permitted for supported platforms; usage rights on non-PC devices or embedded systems are not granted by this license.
* Licensee must use the installers as-is without modification.
* Licensees, at their discretion, are entitled to display the Flash Enabled and/or Shockwave logos on products or intranet sites according to the Style Guide.
For a commercial license see: http://www.adobe.com/cfusion/mmform/index.cfm?name=flashlite but it appears this is just for Flash Lite (for mobile devices).
Full License: http://www.adobe.com/products/clients/all_dist_agreement.html