Informatica provides license keys in license files. The license key is encrypted. When you create the license from the license key file, the Service Manager decrypts the license key and enables the purchased options.
You create a license from a license key file. You apply license keys to the license to enable additional options. Informatica uses the following types of license keys:
Original keys. Informatica generates an original key based on your contract. Informatica may provide multiple original keys depending on your contract.
Incremental keys. Informatica generates incremental keys based on updates to an existing license, such as an extended license period or an additional option.
Informatica licenses typically change with each version. Use a license key file valid for the current version to ensure that your installation includes all functionality.