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A key generator (key-gen) is a computer program that generates a product licensing key, such as a serial number, necessary to activate for use of a software application.
A grey market exists around Steam keys, where less reputable buyers purchase a large number of Steam keys for a game when it is offered for a low cost, and then resell these keys to users or other third-party sites at a higher price. [69] [70] This caused some of these third-party sites, such as G2A, to be embroiled in this grey market. [71]
Product key on a Proof of License Certificate of Authenticity for Windows Vista Home Premium. A product key, also known as a software key, serial key or activation key, is a specific software-based key for a computer program. It certifies that the copy of the program is original. Product keys consist of a series of numbers and/or letters.
Mock-up image of opening a loot box in a video game. In video game terminology, a loot box (also called a loot crate or prize crate) is a consumable virtual item which can be redeemed to receive a randomised selection of further virtual items, or loot, ranging from simple customisation options for a player's avatar or character to game-changing equipment such as weapons and armour.
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A key generator [1] [2] [3] is a protocol or algorithm that is used in many cryptographic protocols to generate a sequence with many pseudo-random characteristics. This sequence is used as an encryption key at one end of communication, and as a decryption key at the other.
Portal 2 is a 2011 puzzle-platform game developed by Valve for Windows, macOS, Linux, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.The digital PC versions are distributed online by Valve's Steam service, while all retail editions are distributed by Electronic Arts.
The game became available for owners of a "game key" on September 4, 2016, [2] then became publicly available for sale on September 27, 2016. [3] An old version of the game is available for free download. [4] The game is in early access and can be played in singleplayer or multiplayer modes.