2. SOFTWARE LICENCING
Basic types of software licences
“Free” software
Freeware
Shareware
AdWare
Free Software
Commercial software
Types of “free” software:
Freeware - is available for use at no cost or for an
optional fee. The author still has his copyright so you
are not allowed to change the source code.
Examples: Adobe Reader, Skype
3. SOFTWARE LICENCING
Shareware - these programs can be copied and
spread, are usually somehow restricted - either by
time of use or functionality. The restrictions are lifted
after paying the registration fee.
Examples: AVG Antivirus, AnyVideo Converter
Adware - free use of the software, but an
advertisement is displayed, profit from it goes to the
software developers, it is impossible to remove ads
(it is not in compliance with the licensing to try that),
advertising is usually downloaded from the Internet
Examples: Weatherbug
4. SOFTWARE LICENCING
Free Software (GNU General Public License) -
is software which has its source code available,
along with the right to use this software, modify
and sell or give away copies or amended
version.
Where to get it?
www.filehippo.com
majorgeeks.com
www.snapfiles.com
