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ABOUT SHAREWARE...
Shareware (also known as user supported software and other
names) is a concept not understood by everyone. The authors of
Shareware retain all rights to the software under the copyright
laws while still allowing free distribution. This gives the user
the chance to freely obtain and try out software to see if it
fits his needs. Shareware should not be confused with Public
Domain software even though they are often obtained from the
same sources.
If you continue to use Shareware after trying it out, you are
expected to register your use with the author and pay a
registration fee. What you get in return depends on the author,
but may include a printed manual, free updates, telephone
support, etc. Only by paying for the Shareware you use do you
enable the Shareware author to continue to support his software
and create new programs. Considering that the Shareware
registration fees are almost always far less than the purchase
price of comparable commercial software it's obvious that
Shareware is a good deal for everyone.
There are real advantages to you in the Shareware system. You
get to try out software to make sure it is compatible with your
hardware and that it fits your needs before you "buy" it with
your registration. The author saves the expense of advertising,
packaging and distribution and passes the savings on to you.
Plus, most Shareware authors are much more accessible than
commercial software sources so that your questions and
suggestions are much more likely to be responded to.
Thank you for your support.