The Windows CE 5.0 Run-time Assessment Tool is a utility designed by Microsoft to help embedded system developers determine the correct runtime licensing category for their customized Windows CE 5.0 operating system images. Purpose and Functionality
When developing an operating system image using Windows CE 5.0 Platform Builder, developers select various software components (such as networking protocols, media players, or database engines) to match their hardware needs. Different configurations trigger different licensing fee structures from Microsoft.
The Assessment Tool automates the compliance tracking process through the following steps:
Scans Image Configuration: It analyzes the developer’s custom OS image by reading the generated ceconfig.h header file.
Determines License Tier: It evaluates whether the chosen features qualify for a lower-cost “Core” runtime license or if they require a “Professional” or “Professional Plus” license tier.
Generates Discrepancy Reports: It produces an output text file listing any higher-tier components found in the image. This allows developers to consciously choose whether to pay for the advanced license or remove the component to stay within the budget-friendly “Core” license parameters. Key Requirements
Supported OS Versions: It works specifically for Windows CE 5.0 and Windows CE .NET 4.2. It cannot be used for older versions or derivative platforms.
Prerequisite: The custom OS image must be successfully compiled in Platform Builder first so that a valid ceconfig.h configuration file exists.
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Windows CE 5.0 Run-time Assessment Tool – Download – Softpedia
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