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Whats the difference between freeware, demos and shareware programs?

April 26, 2017demos freeware Programs shareware

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Whats the difference between freeware, demos and shareware programs?

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Freeware is software distributed at no charge on the Web. Demo is a working copy of a program that gives you a taste of it, but with limitations set, such as limited functions and an expiration date. It’s a good way to try a program before you buy it. Shareware is software for you to try with the understanding that if you decide to keep the program you will pay for it and send the requested amount to the shareware provider specified in the program. Q: Why can’t I just get shareware and not pay for it? A: Shareware is intended for trial usage. Some have expirations and no longer run after the expiration dates, most have “nag screens”, and some will prevent the programs from running properly. The people that design these shareware programs rely on the shareware contributions to enable them to continue creating them. You should use shareware after the expiration dates at your own risk. Q: What’s a beta version of a program? A: Beta is a term given to a product that isn’t ready for public

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Freeware is software distributed at no charge on the Web. Demo is a working copy of a program that gives you a taste of it, but with limitations set, such as limited functions and an expiration date. It’s a good way to try a program before you buy it. Shareware is software for you to try with the understanding that if you decide to keep the program you will pay for it and send the requested amount to the shareware provider specified in the program. Q: Why can’t I just get shareware and not pay for it? A: Shareware is intended for trial usage. Some have expirations and no longer run after the expiration dates, most have “nag screens”, and some will prevent the programs from running properly. The people that design these shareware programs rely on the shareware contributions to enable them to continue creating them. You should use shareware after the expiration dates at your own risk. Q: What’s a beta version of a program? A: Beta is a term given to a product that isn’t ready for public