What kind of software is free but still copyrighted?

Answer 1

Freeware or Shareware, like any other software, is copyrighted. The creator or author has released the copyright to the public and there is usually a statement somewhere in the documentation to that effect, as well as any possible restrictions. Restrictions may be that the Software can be freely shared, but cannot be sold, or incorporated into another software package. They also usually require that the copyright notice be included when sharing the item.

Answer 2

It can be called freeware, open source, or "orphaned" software.