

First, viruses are more prevalent on Windows computers, but that may slowly be changing as Apple gains more market share. As usual, the truth is probably somewhere in between. This one probably causes the most heated debate! Many claim the risks are hugely exaggerated if you just use common sense (don't download strange files from unknown places, don't go to shady web sites), while the fine makers of Anti-Virus software claim you are at risk by just looking at your computer. Having an internet connection exposes you to viruses (Note that the M圜loud services will not work offline)Ģ.

And to clarify, our installation system only requires a connection when actually updating, not after installation is complete. If you're one of the unlucky few, you can always pull the plug when internet is not needed for updates etc. It can happen, under some circumstances, depending on your particular hardware and operating system. Network activity causes glitches in audio When talking to customers about this subject, these two reasons why they stay offline regularly show up:ġ. We want to take this opportunity to give you our thoughts. There are lots of opinions about having an internet connection on your music computer, many old truths circulating that are not necessarily true any more (if they ever were).

One benefit is backup (get a new computer, connect, and all your user stuff is re-created), another is that it enables you to access your user files across all your computers (record a memo at home, continue working on it in the studio).

M圜loud: with Addictive Drums 2 and Addictive Keys we include cloud storage of all your presets and memos. No more manufacturing or shipping of DVDs. Installation: our Online Installer system connects to your account and downloads and installs all your XLN products in one go. Here are some new web-connected technologies we introduced in 2012: At this point, most of us can't even fathom a world without it.Īt XLN Audio we want to take advantage of the possibilities it offers, and try to come up with great functionality that really adds benefits to our product lines. The internet has changed almost every aspect of our lives, and definitely the world of music - how it is consumed, delivered and also how it is created.
