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by teo_zero 569 days ago
Shareware software come with restrictions on redistribution, not use.
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notpushkin 569 days ago
Does it? I thought it was vice versa.
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abofh 569 days ago
I think you're right - it encouraged sharing, but usually limited functionality (use) unless you knew the secret code "TIASP1814" - sorry scorched earth 1.2, you didn't give me a free upgrade 20 years ago, and I've been holding that grudge forever.
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