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- Synchron Data is a Vendor Member of the Association of Shareware
- Professionals (ASP). We support the ASP's efforts to educate the
- public about the nature of Shareware distribution. We hope you'll
- find Shareware to be an effective method of obtaining computer
- programs.
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- The term Shareware describes a marketing method in which
- copyrighted programs circulate freely among users for the purpose
- of evaluation. This gives you the option to "Try Before You Buy".
- The author of a Shareware program typically allows you to try the
- program for up to 30 days before payment is required. The exact
- terms of evaluation vary from author to author, so be sure to check
- the documentation of the programs you evaluate.
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- The fee you pay to Synchron Data is a distribution fee and does
- not cover the cost of the program itself. Programs which are used
- beyond the author's prescribed evaluation period require a separate
- payment to the author. By making payment to the author you obtain
- a legal right to use the software, and encourage the continued
- development of quality software within the Shareware channel.
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- The process of paying for Shareware is termed "registration". The
- exact benefits of registration vary from author to author, but many
- authors will offer one or more of the following: a current version,
- technical support, a printed manual, free or discounted upgrades,
- bonus utilities or special offers. Consult the registration
- information included with each program for specific details."
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- Thank you for supporting shareware and ASP. If we can be of any
- further assistance, please contact us!
- --ASP Vendor Membership Committee
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