Treffer: System Hardware ID Generator Script: A Cross-Platform Hardware Identification Tool

Title:
System Hardware ID Generator Script: A Cross-Platform Hardware Identification Tool
Publisher Information:
Zenodo
Publication Year:
2024
Collection:
Zenodo
Document Type:
E-Ressource software
Language:
unknown
DOI:
10.5281/zenodo.14187890
Rights:
Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International ; cc-by-4.0 ; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcode
Accession Number:
edsbas.18B9E16B
Database:
BASE

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System Hardware ID Generator Introduction The System Hardware ID Generator is a powerful Python tool designed to generate a unique Hardware ID (HWID) for the device it runs on. The HWID is represented as an 18-digit integer, making it efficient for storage in databases and indexing. This tool plays a crucial role in enhancing source code protection and facilitating secure code sharing by enabling developers to bind software licenses to specific hardware. It's an essential component in protecting Python code and enforcing code security best practices. Key Features Unique Hardware Identification: Generates a unique HWID based on the system's hardware information, ensuring each device can be uniquely identified. Cross-Platform Compatibility: Works seamlessly on Windows, macOS, Linux/Unix, and other operating systems where Python 3.6+ is installed, maintaining cross-platform compatibility. Modular Design: Can be used as a standalone script or imported as a module in other Python projects, allowing for easy integration into existing workflows. Cached HWID Value: For performance optimization, the script caches the HWID value during import, reducing computational overhead. Integration with Python Code: Simplifies the process of integrating HWID generation into your Python applications, enhancing Python code protection. How It Works The script gathers system information such as hostname, processor details, system type, and machine architecture. It concatenates these details and computes a SHA-256 hash. The hash is then converted into an 18-digit integer, serving as the unique HWID for the device. This method aligns with code security best practices, ensuring your Python programming projects are secure and compliant with industry standards. Getting Started Prerequisites Python 3.6+ installed on your system. Installation Clone the repository or download the script directly: bash git clone https://github.com/alphabetanetcom/system-hardware-id-generator.git cd system-hardware-id-generator Installing Required Packages The ...