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What are the advantages and disadvantages of freeware and shareware?
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
The advantage of freeware and shareware is that it is free. It is possible to get some very good programs that way. Such programs include firefox and gmail. The disadvantages are that some programs that come that way come with Computer Viruses and Trojan horses. They infect your computer and take it over. They steal your credit card information. There is a lot of false information on the internet. It will cost money to have a virus removed from this particular computer! The voice of experience speaks.
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
Wiki User
∙ 11y agoAs you know, there three types of software:
1) Open-source
2) Shareware
3) Commercial
Advantages of Commercial Software:
- All program`s features are included;
- No restrictions;
- No time limits;
- No user limits. [unless your license is per user]
Drawbacks:
- You have to pay before you use the system
- You may need to pay an annual fee to keep using the software
Wiki User
∙ 9y agoDisadvantages of using proprietary software are: Users need to spend a long time downloading and installing security patches to fix bugs announced by the manufacturer. Any improvements would usually require fees, which is often expensive. Users are not allowed to describe and share the software as that are licenced. Customising the software is nearly impossible because when users buy proprietary software will receive binary version of the program, not the code as the code is the maufacturer's trade secret. The advantages of using proprietary software are: The software offers a stable system support if it fails or malfunction. The software is safe and guaranteed to be safe from threats like programming bugs and viruses thus providing ease of mind for the user. The software is easier to install and used as the production is planned and extensive research is carried out to ensure users purchase only the best. Furthermore, free updates and latest information on the software are usually provided to the user.
Wiki User
∙ 11y agoWiki User
∙ 14y agofreeware is free no money need, shareware need money
Wiki User
∙ 11y agoShareware refers to software that does not cost anything but is usually just a trial version without all of the features. Freeware also has no cost but is the complete version.
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∙ 11y agostays pn ur computer
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What is the function of shareware?
It means freeware software
What do you call a program or group of programs that is created by a community of developers and is made available to the public for free?
Freeware - or shareware.
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Can you compare freeware shareware and public domain?
shareware is a licensed product and only documentation is available but in any case you have to purchase. but on the other hand, freeware is a trial basis/or free of cost . shareware is a licensed product and only documentation is available but in any case you have to purchase. but on the other hand, freeware is a trial basis/or free of cost . Both are programs. Freeware is free forever where shareware may ask for a voluntary donation or upgrade to a "premium" version of the program.
What is the Conclusion on advantages and disadvantages of communication technology?
The conclusion on advantages and disadvantages of communication technology vary depending on the type of communication. In most cases, the advantages seem to outweigh the disadvantages.
Looking for a link to a good freeware or shareware site?
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What copyrighted software that is distributed at no cost?
Shareware or freeware.
What is the function of shareware?
It means freeware software
What are examples of shareware and freeware?
Microsoft internet explorer is an example for freeware s/w and PDF to DWG Freeware is nice.
What are the Example of shareware and freeware?
Microsoft internet explorer is an example for freeware s/w and PDF to DWG Freeware is nice.
Is downloading games for free legal?
The answer depends on the game. There are many freeware and shareware games that are perfectly legal to download and play. Games that are sold in stores are usually not freeware or shareware.
What is the difference between shareware and freeware softwasres?
Shareware means is is only trial version you need a license key to activate the software. Freeware is always free to use with full features.
On iTunes downloads what is Shareware Is it free like Freeware?
Shareware is free for a limited time, then you have to pay for it if you want to keep it.
From where can you know whether the software is freeware or a shareware?
Usually software's have a licensed while which tells you about this. Freeware is free for unlimited usage and time. Shareware restricts number of usages and may be time bounded.
What is the software that has no copyright restriction?
It is usually called "open source" software.
How is freeware drifferent shareware?
Freeware is completely free. You can download it and use it forever without paying anything. If, after downloading and using shareware for a short time, you continue to use it, you are expected to pay the author for it. It has become, what I consider, a fraudulent practice nowadays for shareware vendors to make limited trial versions of their software, (limited time, limited features, etc.) and call it Freeware when it's just a severely crippled version of their shareware. So, it's become difficult to separate real freeware from the fraudulent ads.
What types of services does Brothersoft offer?
Brothersoft provides freeware and shareware for download.
