2006-09-20 07:46:22 · 10 answers · asked by Sivi 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
In general, it's safe. The software itself may bomb out with an error, but it shouldn't hose your whole system. That's the last thing companies want is for beta tester's computers to get smoked. That would stop people from buying the final release.
2006-09-20 07:54:10 · answer #1 · answered by IT Pro 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Beta means: test version. So i would say its not stable YET. Software peeps put things out in Beta so the larger internet community tests it and hopefully find any errors or bugs in the program for the software company to fix.
Not sure what you mean by safe, but say its Yahoo Messenger Beta, i would think its safe to download, however mabey not a complete stable system yet. (just an example) But say its Microsofts new Vista beta. I would not download a beta operating system ever. What if a simple click on the wrong icon causes my whole system to crash...who knows...
Hope that helps a bit, its all iffy in the Beta World. You never know..although fun to try new things, if you dare.
2006-09-20 08:04:01 · answer #2 · answered by loisa sbral 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just look for the disclaimer part of the beta version of any software you wish to download. If the company states any irrevertible effect, don't download.
Also beta version are meant to test the software. They are not meant for crashing/spoiling your system.
Make sure that you read the disclaimer part carefully!
2006-09-20 08:02:49 · answer #3 · answered by Coder.in 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
do not know much, but have downloaded many,beta versions are given only by big companies,small or fake organisations never care to give beta versions.These versions are safe for the computer but will it work as effectively as claimed,thats what the company sees wen it releases a beta version
2006-09-20 07:55:11 · answer #4 · answered by alok n 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Consider the source of the software, also it's better to be on the cutting edge than the bleeding edge. In a nutshell, I wouldn't download beta software automatically, I would research it for known issues before putting it on my machine.
2006-09-20 07:55:12 · answer #5 · answered by Dave S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, there is always fair amount risk of a system crash since beta versions are for test. If your harddisk contains data which is precious to u, then I think u shouldn't use any beta version. If u have a spare HDD, go forward.
2006-09-20 08:27:13 · answer #6 · answered by binaryFusion 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As safe as any other kind of sofware. If you have been downloading for any length of time you know that even programes that have been around for years can turn your computer into an expensive paper weight. anytime you download anything into your system you run the risk of damage. Do a little reseach to see how its working for others. Of course if it hasnt been out that long you wont have to much feedback to research.
2006-09-20 07:55:06 · answer #7 · answered by artguy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in case you attempt to apply a loose or path version of a anti virus for a working laptop or laptop with a information superhighway connection, then you somewhat are no longer secure. those trials have not got the entire techniques of the unique. and additionally while you're searching for a loose anti virus then there's a loose version of AVG. yet this additionally won't supply you the entire protection because of the fact it rather is not any longer reliable for a working laptop or laptop with information superhighway. So my suggestion is purchase a diverse version of an anti virus you like.
2016-12-12 11:46:35 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the software you are downloading
2006-09-20 07:54:27 · answer #9 · answered by A 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
like IMVU?i dunno,i downloadied it
2006-09-20 07:54:55 · answer #10 · answered by Lexy 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋