Freeware

This is free downloadable software, which is not to be confused with shareware, which is free only during a trial period.

Freeware is not necessarily without a price. Some freeware software programs come with advertising, or worse- they hide spyware or carry a computer virus within. Many users will not download any freeware. However, if you wish to download freeware, it is highly advisable to have an anti-virus program installed in any computer where freeware may be downloaded, and to set it to automatically scan all email and downloads.

Note: As stated, some freeware has hidden spyware. Spyware are programs that collect personal information and/or records computer activity, then reports collected information back to its creator.

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