English

Noun

shareware ‎(uncountable)

1. (computing) A type of software that is distributed without payment but is limited in any combination of functionality, availability, or convenience.

Translations

Related terms

• abandonware
• adware
• baitware
• censorware
• crippleware
• demoware
• donationware
• freeware
• postcardware
• spyware
• trialware

References

1. ↑ “Take Our Word For It”, in Words to the Wise, Issue 176, The Institute for Etymological Research and Education, 2002-11-14, retrieved 2008-09-08