FC0-U71 Applications and Software Practice Question
A software license allows users to use the software for a limited time before purchasing. This is an example of which license type?
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Why each option matters
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Shareware
Trial software is time-limited for evaluation before purchase.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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Commercial
Why it's wrong here
Commercial requires purchase, but not necessarily time-limited.
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Freeware
Why it's wrong here
Freeware is free forever.
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Shareware
Why this is correct
Shareware often has a trial period.
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Open source
Why it's wrong here
Open source is free to use and modify, not time-limited.
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