This falls between FREEWARE ( Free Software ) and commercial software. With Shareware, a given program is distributed initially free of charge to be tested and evaluated by a potential customer. After a predetermined period, the customer is expected to pay for the software in order to continue its usage. This is encoraged in a number of ways including internal coding which stops the program from functioning unless a "key' is purchased or the refusal to provide suport and maintainance functions for the software .

industry: Publicly Distributable software that you can use for a time to determine whether you like or need it, and then pay for. Try before you buy software, usually not marketed through traditional channels but available from users groups, bulletin board serves, and friends. Shareware is generally pretty cheap ($5 to $20) and you really should pay it to encourage other people to create nice things for us.

Shareware is often downloaded from the Internet and is software that you can use for a trial period. If you continue to use it after the trial period you must pay for it.

Copyrighted software distributed free of charge on a trial basis with payment by the honor system.

This is software that can be installed and distributed freely. Some shareware is free but requires fees to be paid to the author before all features are available. Other shareware is full featured but "nags" you to pay the fee with extra screens that must be bypassed. Most shareware requires you to pay for it within 30 days of installation, or you must uninstall if from your system. See also freeware.

software publicly distributed and created by programmers for profit. Often, the software can be downloaded freely, used for a specified time without charge, and then the author requests that the program be paid for or discarded. Sometimes if purchased, additional options are provided to the purchaser.

There is commercial software and then there is shareware. With commercial ...

Software distributed freely. Users are encouraged to try it and, if they like it, pay the author directly.

Computer software that is distributed for free; users are asked to make a donation if they intend to use the software

Software information, normally downloaded on-line, at no cost. The author would expect payment if the software is liked and used.

free to use, distribute, if you keep it send $ to author

Free trial programs. Shareware is usually restricted in its functionality. You may only use it for a limited period, or it is not a complete version. If you like the program, you can register as a user and receive the full version.

Software that you are permitted to evaluate for a specified period of time and then pay the author a fee if you wish to continue using it.

Software that is distributed free on a trial basis with the understanding that the user is expected to pay for it later if used regularly. See Freeware.

Copyrighted programs distributed to the public. Individuals who like and regularly use the software are expected to pay a fee to its author.

Software, again often available on the Internet, which can be used for a trial period prior to purchase.

software that allows you to try before you buy. Generally, shareware is provided fully featured, unlike a demo version, and usually you are on the honor system as to whether or not you pay the author.

Software whose author is either not interested in payment or depends on trust or tricky code for payment. The application is made available for download but either depends on trust for the user to pay, or relies on nag screens, limited functionality, limited documentation, or limited support to encourage payment.

Software that is sold by a company or individual for a nominal fee. It can be copied freely for a trial basis. If you decide to use the shareware program you are expected to pay for it.

Software distributed on a kind of honour system. Although shareware is delivered without charge, anyone who uses it regularly is expected to pay the producer a small fee. In exchange, the user is registered and receives service assistance and updates. Shareware, unlike public-domain software, is copyrighted. It can be copied and passed on to others, but the obligation to pay voluntarily is also passed on.

Refers to a method of software distribution. Shareware are programs that are written and distributed for free for users to install and try out. If a user likes the program and decides to use it, they are expected to "register" the program with its creator for a small fee. If the user decides not to register, they are expected to remove it from their system, and pass it on to another user—thus the "share" in shareware.

Software that is in the public domain, meaning that it is free to be distributed, used, or altered.

Software, distributed for trial use, without charge. The author requests payment if the software is found useful.

Freeware -- kinda. Some authors request a minimal payment, usually accompanying the documentation files.

Shareware is sort of a demo version, so user can test the software for a trial period. Even though the products is copyrighted it is available to be copied and shared at will, since it is only a limited version with a preset amount of usability time.

Software made available on a trial basis. Used as a means to distribute software. those who use it are expected to pay a fee.

Shareware is software available on the Internet (or passed around on floppy disks) which can be downloaded cost-free. With shareware, as opposed to freeware, the software's author requests payment after download, often in exchange for notices of upgrades, additional functionality, access to support and/or documentation.

Programs that are freely available, but need to be paid for if used beyond a trial period.

Software that is available on the internet. Users are asked to remit a small amount to the software developer, but it's on the honour system.

Computer programs which are provided on a "try before you buy" basis. Users are normally allowed 30 days to evaluate the program without charge, before buying or deleting the program.

Games that are free to download but ask that you purchase the game if you enjoy it. Sometimes the full game is available for download, while other times only a portion of the game is available. Shareware is similar to demoware.

A piece of software that the author has decided may be used on a trial basis (for evaluation) but that you should register it with the author if you intend to continue using it. Registration usually gives additional benefits (see registration). The DOS version of VGA Planets is shareware and should be registered ($15), the Windows version is NOT shareware and must be purchased from the author or an authorised distributor ($20).

A kind of software which is copyright, but made freely available by the developer. Users are expected to try it, and if they like it and decide to use it, to "register" by paying a fee to the developer. Essentially, shareware is software bought on the honour system.

Software distributed on an honor system. Most shareware is free for an evaluation period but requires payment if you continue to use it beyond the evaluation period. After paying the registration fee, you may be eligible for technical assistance and updates. Shareware is protected by copyright laws.

Microcomputer software, distributed through public domain channels. There is no fee to obtain the software and try it out, but the author expects to receive compensation if you decide to use it. The trial period is usually 30 days, but is arbitrarily set by the author.

Software available by the Internet which if you plan to use requires a payment to the author.

Shareware is software that is free to the public and can be downloaded thoughout the Internet.

Computer programs available on the Internet which can be downloaded for free and used for a certain period of time after which you must pay a fee (usually quite small) for continued use. See also: Freeware

Shareware is software that you can download and try for free, but are intended to register and send the developer the nominal usage fees. T-1 A leased-line connection with a data rate of 1,544,000 bits-per-second. A T-1 carries 24 56kbps circuits plus some timing and signaling information.

Software that has been copyrighted but is sold to users with permission to copy it and give it to others, usually with the request for donations to the providers of the software.

Software that can be used in a trial period to test out before you purchase. Many different utilities are available as shareware. Usually there is a 30 day trial period and then you agree to purchase if you continue using the software beyond that point. Some shareware programs automatically stop working after the trial period, or they have limited usage throughout the trial.

Software which is made freely available through online archive sites and other sources but for which a registration payment to the authors is expected.

Software that is available on the Internet, so you can try it free. If you like the software and want to continue to use it, you send the author a fee to register the product. Shareware is based on the honour system. Registering usually gives you the benefit of technical support and documentation, and in some cases added features are enabled after you register the software. Shareware Shop.

Software that can be used for a nominal fee to the author.

A form of free software; however, the author of shareware hopes you will make a voluntary contribution for using the product.

Software that is freely available for download on the web, but if you like and use it, should pay for it. Generally a very nominal fee.

Free or evaluation computer software.

Software programs that you can try before you buy. If you decide to use a program, you should send a payment to the author or publisher.

Software distributed for a free trial period, usually lasting 30 days. If you find the software useful and want to continue using it beyond this trial period, you are required to pay the author the shareware fee. Shareware is not free unless expressly noted by the author.

Copyrighted software that is distributed free of charge but usually accompanies the request for a small payment.

Copyrighted software that is available free of charge on a trial basis, usually with the condition that users pay a fee for continued use and support.

Software that is offered for free download in hopes that the user will decide to keep it and pay a fee for it after trying it out. See freeware.

Copyrighted software programs that are made available free of charge on a trial basis. If you like a shareware program and decide to use it, you are expected to pay a fee to the program's author (quite often their only source of income). Registration information is usually provided with the software. Typically, a reminder is displayed on your screen advising you of the time you have had the program on your computer and providing an easy method to register your copy. Shareware authors usually belong to the Association of Shareware Professionals. See also Freeware, Public Domain Software.

You can download shareware programs online or install from a disc and try them out for free. They are time limited or have certain features disabled until you pay a small registration fee.

Commercial software that is distributed for free for the purpose of allowing users to "try" before they "buy" the software. Most shareware programs have some sort of "nag" screen system or expiration date to "encourage" users to register/buy the software. Shareware is different from demoware in that most shareware products are not "crippled" or limited from the retail version (except for nag screens and expiration dates). Shareware is differnet from freeware in that shareware requires payment after the evaluation period has expired or one is required to stop using the software. Table of Contents

Software that can be used in a trial period (usually a 30 days period). This way, you're able to test them out before you purchase. Good idea to use for your own programs (if you're selling some).

A software product that is distributed on the Internet and is free to use for a limited period of time. Typically, after the software is downloaded and used for a while, the user pays a nominal fee for it.

Software distributed as It "tries before buying." This available program needs to be registered to receive his complete version.

Software that you can download for free from the Internet. If you decide to keep the program, you then pay a fee for it.

Shareware is software that is initially free to download, with the agreement that the user may have to pay for it later.

Software distributed freely on the "honor system," trusting people to pay the authors a license fee when the software is used.

Copyrighted computer programs made available on a trial basis. If one likes and decides to use the program, payment to the author is expected.

Software that you can try before you buy. It's distributed through on-line services, BBSs, and user groups. You're allowed to try it out and give copies to others, but if you want to keep using it, you must pay the registration fee. [San Diego State University

Software that is distributed for a small fee or sometimes simply a postcard to the author (on the honor system). There is a large shareware community that is philosophically opposed to selling software for profit. See GNU.

Copyrighted computer programs made available on a trail basis; if you like and decide to use the program, you are expected to pay a fee to the program's author.

software that is available free of charge; may be distributed for evaluation with a fee requested for additional features or a manual etc.

a program like any other program you can buy in the store, except it is distributed using the honor system, i

a software that you can use under certain conditions

Demonstration version of a closed-source program, that can be obtained for no money, but that requires you to pay a fee before accessing the complete version of the program. Shareware is not guaranteed to remain costless forever. GNUWin does contains neither freeware nor shareware, but only completely free softwares.

A revolutionary new marketing concept which encourages people to try before they buy any software. If you like the program you are required to pay a registration fee for continued use. If you don't like it, just delete it and move on.

Copyright protected software that is publically distributed on the condition that if a user trials a program and decides to keep using it they will send payment to the author.

Computer software which is distributed on the "Honor System", which may be freely copied and distributed, but for which a registration fee or payment is required for continued use beyond an initial evaluation period.

Computer programs identified by the marketing method of allowing users to try them out, usually for a specific period of time, and if they wish to continue using them, they should register with the author and pay the requested minimal fee, usually ranging from $5 to $50, depending on the complexity of the program. On the Internet, shareware.com is one of the most popular sites for finding shareware programs. Shareware programs are not to be confused with freeware.

Shareware is a marketing method for software, whereby a trial version is distributed without payment ahead of time as is common for proprietary software. Typically shareware software is obtained free of charge by downloading, thus allowing one to try out the program ahead of time. Shareware is also known as try before you buy, demoware, trialware and many other names. A shareware program is accompanied by a request for payment, and often payment is required per the terms of the license past a set period of time (although some consider this requirement to cause the software to be not shareware but a demo). The term shareware was coined by Bob Wallace to describe his word processor PC-Write in the mid-1980s.

Software written by amateurs, usually free (freeware) or very cheap.

A software that is free for trying, although the author hopes that users will pay for it on an honour system when they want to keep it.

Freely distributed software that you may try before paying. If you keep the software and use the program, then you should send payment to the shareware author.

Software available from many locations on the Internet. It is initially free, but the authors expect payment to be sent voluntarily after an initial test period. Quality varies from bad, to better than some commercial software. Some initial versions are limited in function in some way, with an upgrade available if you pay the fee.

A type of software distributed freely for evaluation. Users who decide to keep it must purchase the program by registering with the creator.

Software distributed via the honor system. You download shareware from the Internet, try it out, and if you keep it, are expected to pay a shareware fee.

Shareware refers to copyrighted software programs that are available to download from the Internet at no initial cost so that you can "try before you buy." After a given time, you will be expected to pay a license fee if you want to continue using that piece of software. When downloading a piece of shareware, the process usually involves registering your personal details. See also freeware.

Shareware is software that you can try before purchasing. Typically, you're asked to try the software for a certain length of time, then voluntarily send in a nominal fee. There's a lot of shareware out on the Internet, and much of it is quite useful. Just remember that shareware is not the same as freeware. (You don't have to pay anything for freeware, not even a nominal charge.)

Software you are allowed to try before you buy. A registration process is required to keep running the software after the trial period ends.

Software that you are allowed to download and try for a specified period free of charge. If you continue to use the program after that time, you are expected to pay a usually modest fee to continue using the product legally.

Freely distributed software that you can try before you buy. There is usually a free trial period, but you must pay to use the shareware after the time has expired. Fees are usually low and include both software support and upgrades to a more comprehensive version.

Computer programs that you can download from the Net. You are free to use them for a period of time - often 30 days. If you keep them longer, you are expected to pay the shareware provider.

A method of software distribution in which the author requests some payment, usually in the accompanying documentation files or in an announcement made by the software itself. Such payment may or may not buy additional support or functionality. Compare to Freeware.

Software programs that allow trying out before buying

Sample software which is available free. It you keep it, however, you then have to pay the author.

Free evaluation copies of software made available via the Internet. Types of programmes include graphics packages; web design programmes; video viewing software. They usually have a limited evaluation period after which point you lose the ability to use the software unless purchased.

Programmes that are distributed as demos, enabling users to test them in this trimmed-down version.

Software marketed in a "try-first, pay-later" fashion.

Software available for a free trial period, with the stipulation that a fee (usually small) be paid if use continues beyond that period.

Copyrighted software that is sold for a small amount to users who are encouraged by the publisher to copy it and give it to others on the "honor system."

Software distributed on the basis of an honor system. Most shareware is downloaded from the Internet free of charge, but if you use the software regularly, you are requested to pay a nominal fee. The idea is that you can try before you buy. This is different from freeware, which is distributed for free.

software programs that are available for free for a limited time or with only partial functionality. Some shareware, however, works adequately even without registration. In any case, to gain full functionality, users must register their shareware with the programmer / manufacturer for a fee.

Free software for which some form of voluntary payment -- not necessarily in the form of money -- is usually requested.

This is software that can be copied and distributed without prior licensing. The developer of a shareware program might request a registration fee from shareware users.

software that is downloadable free on the net but which the author expects a payment after a trial period if you keep the software.

Software that is available for free download, for you to use on a trial basis. If you like the software, pay a small fee (about $10 to $40 US) for registration, which entitles you to publish what the software creates.

Software made available on a 'try before you buy' basis which usually has a limited or time-constrained functionality. Users can then decide whether or not to register and pay for the software to activate full functionality, unlimited use and / or documentation.

Best described as "try before you buy" software. Either a consumer can use the program for a specific time period or has a "crippled" version of the product. In both cases, the customer must register (pay for) the product in order to utilize all of its features for an unlimited time.

Software that is distributed at no cost that can be used for free for a specific period of time or under certain circumstances to allow evaluation.

Computer programs that are available for you to try with the understanding that you will pay the provider if you decide to keep the program.

is software that can be evaluated without cost, but requires payment to the author for full rights.

Copyright protected software that is publicly distributed on the condition that if a user trials a program and decides to keep using it, they must pay for it.

software that you can obtain for free. The author of the software does request a small fee to pay for registration, documentation etc.

Copyrighted programs, texts, or other types of application files sold on a try-before-you-buy basis. If you continue using the item past a certain evaluation period, you must pay the author a given "registration fee." Also often referred to as "user-supported."

Software programs available on the internet, usually free for the first month, and then you may be expected to pay something for them.

Computer programs which can be downloaded from the Internet, to be paid for after a trial period.

Shareware software is distributed free, usually via the Internet. You can use it for evaluation purposes, but are trusted to send money to the authors if you want to use it regularly. Sometimes sending a payment brings a more powerful version of the software, together with access to technical support and future upgrades. For small software firms, shareware can provide access to markets without the need to invest heavily in marketing and distribution

copyrighted programs made freely available for a limited time, after which a fee is expected for continued use

refers to software that is offered on a trial basis and may be missing features of the retail version. If you decide to use it regularly then you are asked to send payment to the authors.

Software distributed on a free trial basis.

Software that is copyright protected. It is publicly distributed on the condition that if a user trials a program and decides to keep using it they will send payment to the author.

Software distributed for free on a trial basis, usually on the honor system that if you use the software, you will register it. Some shareware will expire or have limited capability after a trial period. Also see freeware.

Computer software which has been made widely available by the author, in the hope that on receiving and using it you will return a (usually small) payment.

commercial software that can be downloaded. Payment is required for legal use of the software. Some authors use the honor system, more commonly code is included to prevent the use of some or all functions if payment is not made in accordance with the shareware agreement.

Computer programs distributed freely on a trial basis on the Internet and in other formats. The user is legally and morally bound to submit a payment to the author if the user finds the program useful and uses the program for an extended period of time.

Software created by independent technoids and available for downloading to anyone for a trial time. At the end of that time, users are asked to pay a fee if they decide to keep the software (See freeware).

This term refers to software that is available on the Internet that can be downloaded and operated on users machines (usually for a small fee). See Freeware.

Software distributed on a trial basis with the intent that the user will buy it if he/she likes it.

Shareware is software made for profit that allows a trial period before purchase. Typically shareware can be freely downloaded, used for a period of weeks (or sometimes even months), and either purchased or discarded after it has been learned whether or not it will satisfy the user's needs.

software provided free, usually as a download; also known as freeware

Shareware is software that is free for anybody to copy and try out, but which must be registered and paid for if it's used beyond the trial period.

Free software that can be used for a short period of time. To be paid after the try out period.

Computer software that is made available free on trial, with an optional fee payable after the trial period

Software available for evaluation for a limited time with no obligation. After the evaluation period, you must send the author a registration fee which usually entitles you to technical support documentation and additional features.

Software that is available for free try out but for which tha author or developer requests payment if you decide to keep the software.

Software that you may download and use at no initial charge. If you like the software want to keep using it some form of payment is usually required. Sometimes referred to as nagware, as it often prompts you to register if you keep using it.

Copyright-protected software that is distributed on the condition that if a user wishes to keep the program beyond the trial period, they will send payment to the author.

A "try-before-you-buy" program. If a consumer decides to keep and use the program beyond the trial period (usually 10-to-30 days), he/she is asked to pay a fee to the author.

Copyrighted software made available to the public based on an honor system, and free either for a limited time or for a version with limited capabilities.

software which is widely distributed, like public domain software, but on the understanding that after a reasonable free evaluation period you will either stop using it or pay a fee to its author. The shareware scheme applies only to the British Isles, North America and Australasia; different rules apply to shareware which is to be used outside this area.

Software that you can download online but need to pay a small fee.

A method of distributing software. Software that is shareware is on the honor system. If you continue to use the software, you are obligated to pay the author the shareware fee (typically very reasonable).

Downloadable software available to use on a trial basis; if you like the software and would like to continue using it, there is usually a small fee involved.

Software that can be downloaded for a minimal fee or even for free.

Software available at no cost, but after a trial period, you pay a small fee to keep it. Sometimes with the fee, you'll get access codes to keep the program running, or a full version, and upgrades.

Software provided at a minimal cost to users who are on their honor to send in payment to the programmer

is software that can be distributed freely, but with certain conditions applying to it. Many programs are released as shareware on a trial basis, but you are expected to pay for the software if you decide to keep it and use it regularly. See also: Freeware

Software, often available to download over the Internet, which usually has a trial period before requiring a payment for its continued use. One popular shareware program is WinZip

Shareware is not free. You can download shareware software for an "evaluation period" to try it out and determine whether or not you want it. Then you are asked to register and pay a determined fee for the program. Information on product fees and registration are usually included in a text file with your downloaded software. It is illegal not to register shareware you plan on using. Registration of such software is recommended. Reputable developers need the fees to continue developing these relatively inexpensive programs. Some developers include incentives to registering by including upgrades over a specified time period and/or files not included in the downloaded shareware versions.

This is software you can download, check out, and decide whether or not it's right for you. If you like it you pay a small nominal fee for the full-featured program. If you don't want to keep it, shareware programs usually either stop functioning after a period of time or they will continue to work but will never have all of the features the purchased version would have.

Software developed for the public domain. It is often free, but sometimes a small fee is charged.

This term refers to software that is available on public networks and BBSs. Users are asked to remit a small amount to the software developer, but it's on the honor system.

software distributed freely (often via the Internet). The distribution process relies on the user to pay the developer/author a (usually fairly small) fee when the program is used.

Shareware is software that is available free for a period of time, then you should send in a check to pay a small fee for its use.

Software that is distributed and paid for via the honor system. Usually the software is delivered free of charge with the understanding that users will pay a small fee if they use it regularly. The fee entitles the user to receive service assistance and updates. Shareware can be copied and passed to other users, but they are also expected to pay a fee if they use the product. Shareware is copyrighted, unlike public domain software, meaning users cannot sell a shareware product as their own.

Some software obtained from demo CDs or from the Internet is Shareware. This means that you can distribute the demo version to anyone you want and use it at any time, as long as you abide by the rules laid down in the software. These rules may include unlimited use for 30 days, after which the program ceases to work until you pay for it. Otherwise, it might just mean you can use it for as long as you want, but if you get good utility out of it, you should pay the company that made it. Shareware is a good way of trying out new software. Freeware means the software is free to use and distribute as long as you don't modify it.

Software that users can download and try free of charge for a trial period of time. However, if they decide they like the software and want to keep it, they must pay a fee to continue using it.

Free software. The author usually, however, requests a small fee to pay for registration and/or documentation.

Software usable on a trial basis. It is used on the honor system. If you use it regularly, you are expected to register or pay for its use. Some shareware disables automatically once the trial period has ended or after a certain amount of start-ups.

Software which can be trialed for free, then paid for later

This term refers to software that is available on public networks and BBSs. Users are asked to remit a small amount to the software developer, who ultimately owns the system, like renting.

Software offered for free download. It is usually free to use for 30 days, after which users are asked to submit a small payment to the author.

Microcomputer software, distributed through public domain channels, for which the author expects to receive compensation.

copyrighted software distributed on a free-will donation basis either via the Internet or by being passed along by satisfied customers.

If the shareware concept were applied to the rest of the consumer world, it would make all of our lives easier. Imagine, for instance, taking home a computer or printer, a stereo system, or a car, trying it out for a month, then deciding whether to pay for it or just toss it out. Though it may sound too good to be true, this is the idea behind shareware software. You download it for free (paying only, if anything, shipping costs or the download time), install and use it for a pre-agreed time period. Once the time is up, if you like it, you pay a registration fee (usually between $5 and $20), if not, you delete it. The thing to remember about shareware is that if you use it, you do have to pay for it (although enforcement is strictly on the honor system). Shareware authors make a living writing shareware, the least you can do if you like their product is send them their fee.

This term was originated as a pun on the word software. It has come to mean a software package for use by the public for the small cost of registration. Most shareware and freeware is available through online services, though it can also be had through magazine mail-order houses. Shareware is software written by a developer who either cannot or chooses not to distribute the software through normal commercial channels (see Commercial Software). Instead, they put it onto online services so that people can download it, look at it, and pay a small registration fee to the developer in return for his efforts, so that he can make new and better software.

Shareware is a try-before-you-buy-software. Shareware is a distribution method rather than a type of software.

Copyrighted software that is available for personal use, usually for a small fee.

Software distributed freely, with payment based on trust, usually after a trial period. By reducing distribution and marketing costs, shareware makes powerful software available for a low cost. If you find the software to work satisfactorily, it's a good idea to pay for it. This helps finance future development of the product.

This is software and programmes that allow individuals to try before they buy games, computer programmes, mailing and business software. The item may have a specific shelf life, say 20 days, at the end of which you have the option to purchase the permanent version or wait for the trial version to expire and become unusable.

Software that is specifically made to be downloaded from the internet and purchased by the end user. Typically, Sharware is either time limited or feature restricted until you purchase the software.

Programs you can download from the internet that request you send money if you use more than a particular time. Often smaller, limited use programs.

Shareware is a term used to describe software you can download for free over the Internet. You are usually required to pay a small fee if you continued using shareware after a trial period.

Software for which users must pay a fee, after a certain trial period. The trial period is usually 30 days, and the fee is normally lower than the cost of commercial software. Most unregistered shareware is only available in a less-powerful version, with the full version available upon registration. The Doctor strongly recommends that if you like the software and plan on using it - pay for it

Type of software that allows the user to try it out (without cost) in a demo or trial basis before purchasing a full licence. Some shareware software offers a limited feature set or may be limited by time (eg. the 30 day trial) as an encouragement for the end user to purchase a full licence. In the case of Square One, both the Weather Tool and Solar Tool programs are examples of shareware. See also: Freeware

Software that is free to download, but must be paid for after the trial period is over.

a program usable for a limited time before deciding if you wish to buy it.

Software freely distributed on an "honor system" in which the user may try out the application at no cost or obligation, and may even pass it along to others, yet is asked to pay a modest fee if he or she chooses to keep the software. Among the forms of compensation shareware authors often request are a cash payment (usually less than $20) or a donation to a favored charity.

This term refers to software that is available on public networks and BBSs. Users are asked to remit a small amount to the software developer if they continue to use the program.

Copyrighted software that is sold on a trust basis. Users are expected to pay the author if they like or use the software.

software distribution concept in which authors distribute their software via FTP, and users are permitted to download a program without paying for it ahead of time (try now; pay later)

Try before you buy software downloaded from the net.

Software that is distributed at no cost to the user (the author maintains the copyright).

Software that is freely available for you to try -- but which you are expected to pay for if you wish to continue to use.

Computer software programs that are available on a trial basis.

Software that is freely available on the Net. If you like and use the software, you should send in the fee requested by the author, whose name and address will be found in a file distributed with the software.

Software that's available for down load on a free trial basis.

Copyrighted software that is distributed over the Internet or from one satisfied user to another user. No fee is charged for trying the program, but the user is expected to pay a donation to the owner and tell others about the program if he or she continues to use it.

Software distributed freely through public channels - authors rely on honesty to receive payment.

A distribution method for software. The author lets the user try out the software for a certain amount of time at no charge. If the customer wants to keep and use the product after the period he must pay the requested fees. See also Freeware.

Software distributed for evaluation without cost, but that requires payment to the author for full rights. If, after trying the software, you do not intend to use it, you simply delete it. Using unregistered shareware beyond the evaluation period is pirating.

Software that is distributed — usually via the Internet and or CD-Rom — for free and on a trial basis. Users are encouraged or required to pay for the software after using it for a limited time. In some cases, the shareware is free but incomplete, and users may purchase a full version.

This is an application that a programer makes available to users for a set amount of time and then asks for a donation. In return for the donation, a registration number is often returned that can be used to "turn on" othe features of the program.

Software usually developed by a small company or an individual that is distributed via the Internet online services and CD-ROMs. These are either free or cost very little and payment is based on an honour system.

Copyrighted software in which the author allows you to try the software out on the basis of an honor system and asks only that you pay a small fee if you wish to continue to use the software.

A software free to download, but usability is limited by disabling some features or limiting the time of use. Normal use is enabled by buying a license.

A software that is copyrighted but can be distributed free of charge to anyone. (7/96)

This term refers to software that is available on public networks and BBSs. Users are asked to remit a small amount to the software developer. The system is completely based upon honor.

Software that you can download that is either limited in features, or by how long\many times you can run it. Paying a fee registers the program and releases the limitations.

Software programs that users are permitted to acquire and evaluate for free. Shareware is different from freeware in that, if a person likes the program and plans to use it on a regular basis, he or she is expected to send a fee to the programmer. See Chapter 1.

Software which can be freely distributed and evaluated for a limited period (often 30 days) after which the user is expected to register the software by paying a licence fee.

A system of software distribution where users are granted a right by Licence to distribute the software, use it for a trial period, and buy it if they decide to use it permanently. See also What is ShareWare

Software which can be used for free for a trial period, after which a small payment is expected. It generally can be downloaded from the Net.

Computer programs that are easily available for you to try with the understanding that if you decide to keep the program you will pay for it and send the requested amount to the shareware provider specified in the program.

(voir Partagiciel) Software distributed for free, giving the name of the author, address and the amount he/she wishes to be compensated for.

Software that is freely distributed for a small fee paid on an "honor system." You are not required to pay the fee to try the program, but if you like the software enough to use it, you are expected to send the fee directly to the creator.

This is like freeware and it doesn't cost you anything to get and try it out. But if you like it and want to use it, then the author of the program asks for a small licensing fee.

Software that you can download from the Internet. The person who develops the software requests payment on the honor system.

Try-before-you-buy software that can be downloaded from various online services.

Software that is copywrited, but is available on a free limited trial basis. After a specified time, a user is asked to send the author a small payment. In some cases, the software will stop functioning after a pre-specified number of days. Sometimes this is a fully featured product, other times it is distributed without key features of the commercial version.

Software that can be downloaded for a limited period of time after which the user should voluntarily pay the author the predetermined sum.

The idea of shareware is relatively simple - try it before you buy it. You can usually download shareware for free and use it as long as you like. However, if you decide to keep the software (usually for longer than 30-60 days), the maker generally requests that you pay a fee to continue using it. There are usually no restrictions on distributing shareware (in fact it may be encouraged), provided that you do not tamper with it or take credit for it. Shareware is copyrighted and owned by its manufacturer. Source: TechSoup.org

Also called freeware, it is any software distributed on the basis of an honor system. Most shareware is available free of charge for a trial period, but the author usually requests that you pay a small fee if you like the program and want to continue using it past the trial period. Shareware differs from public software in that shareware is copyrighted. This means that you cannot sell a shareware product as your own.

Programs you can try out for free before deciding whether to buy them or not.

Shareware is software that is distributed free on a trial basis with the understanding that the user may need or want to pay for it later.

Computer programs that are easily available to download and try out. Generally, you can try it out for a specific period of time, after which you must send in a payment to register the software. This is strictly based on the Honor system and it is only by voluntary compliance that this system is viable.

Software publicly available for downloading. However, if the shareware is copied or used, a fee should be paid to the creator of the software. (See freeware).

Software available for downloading on the Internet that you can try before you buy.

Software that is sold by individuals or small companies for a nominal fee. Typically, buyers download shareware from computer bulletin board systems (BBSes) and try it out before buying and registering it.

Software that is available on a free limited trial basis. Sometimes this is a fully featured product, other times it lacks some of the features of the commerical version. If you find the product useful, you are expected to register the software, for which in return you will receive the full featured commercial version.

Shareware is software you can download to try before buying. If you do decide to buy it, you're expected to pay a registration fee. This entitles you to tech support updates etc.

Software that is copyrighted, but may be downloaded and used for a limited time for free, after which the user is asked to voluntarily send the author a small payment.Some shareware products offer additional features, documentation, technical support, and/or updates to registered users.

Free software, distributed over the Net with a request from the programmer for voluntary payment.

Software you can try before paying for.

Shareware is copyright software that you can use for free on a trial basis for a certain period of time, typically 30 days. After that time you are expected to voluntarily pay a fee to the author if you want to continue to use it. Most shareware is programmed to severely restrict its use after the time period expires. An unlocking mechanism from the author is then needed to end the restrictions.

Computer programs you can use for free, and then pay for if you decide to continue using them. Many programmers start marketing their programs as shareware, relying on the honesty and goodwill of computer users for their income. That's why most of these programmers have day jobs.

Software distributed free of charge on a trial basis through bulletin boards or among friends. Those who like it are expected to pay a nominal fee in order to receive additional documentation and news of upgrades.

Software that is generally offered as a free trial. If you decide to keep and use the software, the author of the software generally requires a fee. You'll usually find the shareware registration agreement included in a readme.txt file included with the software. For a huge collection of shareware, see either Shareware.com or Tucows. Paying the registration fees for shareware is encouraged so that shareware authors can continue to develop innovative, useful software.

Software that might be limited in features or have a time use, so you can try it before you buy it.

A method of marketing software where a program is distributed freely, and users may try it before paying for it.

software that may be freely distributed and tried out, with a small fee payable to the author for those who want to keep the program and use it. Be honorable. Pay your shareware fees.

There's commercial software and then there's shareware. With commercial software, you have to pay for the product up front, before you use it. With shareware, you can use the product for a trial period and then decide if you want to keep it. If you want to keep the software after the trial period is up, you're supposed to (and should) register the product and pay the shareware fee. Freeware software exists that is, as the name suggests, free to use.

Software made widely available that can be used for a small fee.

Computer software developed for the public domain, which can be used or copied without infringing copyright. Programmers typically get paid a small one time fee from users who find the software useful.

type of software where users download a specific version for free. a shareware game for example may only contain a few levels while the full retail game has all the levels and possibly more weapons/monsters. quake shareware available@: [Get QUAKE now!]. quake II is not offered as shareware.

Software that is freely distributed, but the author expects payment from people who decide to keep and use it.

Software which you can try out without payment. If you continue to use the software, you are honour-bound to pay the author the requested fee.

Computer software that you can try before you buy.

Software distributed freely, but with certain conditions applying to it. Either the software is released on a trial basis only, and must be registered after a certain period of time, or in other cases no support can be offered with the software without registering it. In some cases direct payment to the author is required.

Software generally available on the Internet that you are permitted to try out. If you feel you will use it, a modest fee is expected to be paid to the developer. Usually these are demo or abbreviated versions of more powerful commercial versions.

Software that is available on a limited free trial basis. Some shareware applications are fully featured products, while others may have disabled features to encourage purchase of the full ("registered") version. See also: Freeware, Register

Software programs that are openly available, and usually they can be downloaded online. They are often free, though not always.

Copyrighted software available for trial use that is distributed on the honor system. After a specified period of time, users are expected to register, provide feedback or purchase the software.

Publicly distributed software, for which the author requests payment.

Software that is provided free for a trial period, but must be purchased for continues use. A major website that distributes shareware is shareware.com.

A program you can try before buying.

Copyrighted software distributed on the basis of an honor system. Most shareware is delivered free of charge, but the author usually requests that you pay a small fee if you like the program and use it regularly. By sending the small fee, you become registered with the producer so that you can receive service assistance and updates. You can copy shareware and pass it along to friends and colleagues, but they too are expected to pay a fee if they use the product.

Software packages that you can use free of charge for a trial period. After the trial period you are asked to make a payment. Some packages operate on trust others have logic built into them to stop them working at the end of the trial period. A lot of internet software is available as shareware.

Software that is made available by the author to anyone who wants it, with a request to send the author a nominal fee if the software is used on a regular basis.

Computer software which you can "try before you buy". You have the right to install and use the software for a limited time period. If, at the end of this time period, you still wish to use the software, you must send payment for the software to its author. If you do not wish to pay for the software, you must delete it from your computer. Shareware is generally much cheaper than commercial software, because the author's distribution and advertising costs are very low. See also crippleware.

software that you pay for after you have tried it; it's software on the honor system. Many authors now distribute limited shareware versions of their programs; after you pay your shareware registration fee you will receive a registration number that will fully enable the software (cf. commercialware and freeware above)

Software that is developed outside the corporate environment, usually by programers in their spare time, and distributed freely. The user of shareware is honor-bound to send a small payment to the author if he/she likes and uses the software. The clearinghouse for shareware on the web is Shareware.com.

Shareware is a distribution method for software programs developed by independent programmers or authors. It is a marketing technique rather than a type of software. It allows the author to market the program with minimal start-up expenses while encouraging feedback from the users. Programs acquired through the Shareware method may be freely copied and passed on to others, but each user is expected to register with the author and pay a usage fee. The fee may include some or all of the following: printed documentation, the latest version of the program on disk, telephone support, free updates, and commissions, but most importantly a legal license to continue using the software.

Software made available free for a limited time. After a trial period, the user is asked to pay a fee to the developer.

Software freely distributed to potential customers through various media including by downloading from FTP shareware archives on the Internet. Although shareware my usually be tested by the customer at no charge, they are obligated to purchase it and become a "registered owner" if they plan to use it past an initial evaluation period. Ron needed a powerful text editor for developing C++ programs and web pages which he found with "TextPad," a shareware program available via FTP on the Internet.

Copyrighted software available for downloading on a free, limited trial basis; if you decide to use the software, you're expected to register and pay a small fee. By doing this, you become eligible for assistance and updates from the author. Contrast to public domain software which is not copyrighted or to freeware which is copyrighted but requires no usage fee.

Software that can be used in a trial period, usually around 30 days, to allow users to test them out before purchase. Shockwave A technology developed by Macromedia, Inc. that enables Web pages to include multimedia objects. To create a shockwave object, you use Macromedia's multimedia authoring tool called Director, and then compress the object with a program called Afterburner. You then insert a reference to the "shocked" file in your Web page. To see a Shockwave object, you need the Shockwave plug-in, a program that integrates seamlessly with your Web browser. The plug-in is freely available from Macromedia's Web site as either a Netscape Navigator plug-in or an ActiveX control. Shockwave supports audio, animation, video and even processes user actions such as mouse clicks. It runs on all Windows platforms as well as the Macintosh. Slurp The name of the web spider used by Inktomi.

Software you can download from a web site and at least try out for free.

Software which is distributed free of charge on the understanding that users will pay for its use after a trial period. To ensure this, the software often is limited is someway r stops working after the trial period.

Software created by people who are willing to sell it at low cost or no cost for the gratification of sharing. It may be freestanding software, or it may add functionality to existing software. software Computer programs; also called “applications.

Computer programmes made available on the Internet for free for a limited trial period of time. If the user chooses to keep the programme after the trial period it has to pay for it.

Software authors and companies sometimes distribute their programs as shareware. Shareware is usually distributed for free but requires the user to send in a payment after an evaluation period.

Software that is sold by individuals or companies for a nominal fee. Typically the software is downloaded and tried out before buying and registering it.

Software that you can download from a network and "try before you buy." If you like the software and decide to use it beyond the trial period, you must register with the author and pay a registration fee. If you don't wish to register as a user, you are often required to remove the software from your computer.

Software that is free, however does require you to pay a small ammount of money should you use the program frequently.

Software that is obtained outside normal distribution channels. It is available for free or for a fee charged by the software developers. A licence may also be needed to use it after an initial period.

Software that is available free of charge and may be distributed informally for evaluation, before electing to purchase it, or be asked to make a donation to the creator(s) of the shareware application.

software that is freely available but developers will ask for fees and depend on the user’s honesty for payment. Not to be confused with public domain software or freeware.

A method of software distribution in which the software may be freely distributed, and you may try it before paying. If you decide to keep and use the program, you send your payment directly to the shareware author.

Shareware is a marketing method for computer software. Shareware software is typically obtained free of charge, either by downloading from the Internet or on magazine cover-disks. A user tries out the program, and thus shareware has also been known as "try before you buy".