Ubisoft ease DRM restrictions

[Obersteuermann]

http://www.reghardware.com/2011/01/0...ft_drm_checks/

DRM checks on Ubisoft Games appear to have changed - gamers can now play titles like Assassins Creed 2 without a constant internet connection.
The DRM system, launched with Settlers 7 in March last year, required players to be netted-up the entire time in order to play. The changes mean these games no longer require a permanent connection, however still need one to validate the install each time the game is booted...

Has this affected the Silent Hunter series at all?