Installing the software is only half the battle; you also need to authorize it. If your computer is offline, you cannot log in automatically.
And then, for the first time, your DAW loads every plugin instantly. No authorization windows. No "trial expired." No spinning beach ball of death while it checks a server that no longer cares. waves offline installer
Many high-end studios keep their production computers completely offline to prevent security risks and unauthorized updates. Installing the software is only half the battle;