Also, which one is better and why?
2007-12-22 10:13:00 · 6 answers · asked by Miss P 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
Freeware, as the name suggests, is free and doesn't cost anything.
When you install shareware, there is normally a time period after which the program will only run with limited functionality / won't run at all / will start blending annoying adverts in / will take a long time to start / will generally annoy or badger you into buying the full version.
Sometimes there is even a clause in the small print which states that if you don't unregister the software after the free trial period has run out, then you are liable for the cost of the program.
I generally tend to avoid shareware and go for freeware or open-source programs.
2007-12-22 10:23:22 · answer #1 · answered by Terry Rumble 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Shareware is usually free for a limited period of time or a certain number of usages. Freeware is just free, period.
2007-12-22 10:20:26 · answer #2 · answered by Somebody else 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
shareware is software that is shared with you by the owner. then u have to buy it. freeware is free.
2007-12-22 10:17:33 · answer #3 · answered by agello24 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Freeware is free. Shareware is where donations to help with the program development are appreciated but not required.
2007-12-22 10:21:18 · answer #4 · answered by tucsondude 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
shareware = $$$$$
freeware? = FREE !!!
2007-12-22 10:17:09 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
shareware is share
freeware is free
2007-12-22 11:51:27 · answer #6 · answered by Problem 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋