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![]() ![]() An annual license scheme essentially holds your data hostage. Anything that's holding your data - say, EverNote, Zoot, Outlook, even apps like Word or Excel, to the extent that you need them to gain access to your own data - MUST allow a perpetual license for at least that version. IMHO, the choice that SlySoft is making is absolutely unacceptable for any program that acts as a repository for data (which isn't SlySoft, btw). Most software sells a given version and allows a customer to use that version in perpetuity. In fact, there's a third choice (and maybe more). Their message (as quoted) only acknowledges two options: lifetime upgrades versus annual subscription. However, SlySoft commits the logical fallacy of false choice. ![]() The thing is, it's up to the developer to decide his business plan. I think Josh and Dormouse may both be right, depending on the specifics of each case. If you are entertaining the thought of purchasing one of Slysoft's products, now is the right time to act! Until Wednesday, DecemSlysoft offers a 20% discount on all software products - except upgrades. ( This change is often made right before the company changes its name and cancels everyone's license!) ![]() Buyers who act quickly can get an additional discount with the current ongoing special promotion. SlySoft announces this step in advance in order to provide its customers with the choice between the old and new licensing model. All license purchases made before January 1st, 2009 will not be affected by this change as promised, all licenses purchased before 2009 will still be honoured under Slysoft's free lifetime update policy. This one from Slysoft (annotations mine):Īs of January 1st, 2009, Slysoft will change its update policy from free lifetime updates ( I paid for it, how was it free?) to an annual subscription fee. ![]()
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