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- What is Shareware
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- Shareware is a different and unique way to sell software in which program
- users purchase software directly from the author of the software. By doing
- this, they eliminate many costs and obtain the software at cheaper prices.
- Also, with the "Try-Before-You-Buy" method of software distribution,
- Shareware will save you hundreds of dollars on software purchases.
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- Shareware programs are allowed to be copied and distributed among other
- users as well with no or few restrictions. However, if users find the
- program useful, they are requested to register with the author of the
- program and pay a small fee. The registered users will receive many
- benefits such as technical support, full documentation and future updates
- of the program.
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- Shareware is a competitve marketing alternative and many entrepreneurial
- authors have been offering quality programs at unbeatable prices.
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- Shareware authors introduce new versions of their programs or offer
- new programs which might meet your needs. It is suggested that you
- register with the author of the program and bear in mind that Shareware
- is not a public domain. Most of the software listed in this catalog is
- "Shareware", the rest is public domain.
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- Who regulates Shareware
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- Since 1987, the Association of Shareware Professionals have been
- dedicated to establishing and regulating Shareware industry standards
- and guidelines for Shareware software and its distribution.
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- ASP does not provide any technical support for member's products, however,
- they can help you with any Shareware related problems. please write to :
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- ASP Ombudsman
- 545 Grover Road
- Muskegon, MI 49442-9427