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Ken

Member since: Sep 1st, 2005

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How to create the $1,000,000 software idea (Download Squad)

Apr 18th 2006 10:25AM Max-

No, I hadn't noticed that you are a developer of a freeware tool, and please don't take this the wrong way, but I have never heard of your software, and I have no use for it. Since I regard myself as very similar to many other internet patrons, I don't see your wares being killers with adsense.

Also, I don't believe I said anyone would make a living off donations.. Just more than enough to cover the costs of the site really.
Your Idea makes better business sense, like I said, but the community thrives when ideas like yours don't succeed.
-Ken

How to create the $1,000,000 software idea (Download Squad)

Apr 17th 2006 7:42PM Thanks Max. You don't see many people defending their positions in such a civil manner, as you are here.
However, I think what you're saying makes perfect business sense, however I don't think that it's best for the internet community as a whole. Oftentimes, these small developers will release their product for free, and then only ask for donations if you like it.. and I'm sure they get more than enough.. The ones who make quality products, anyway.

I've never purchased shareware.. I always search for the freeware alternative and donate to the developer.

Joystiq t-shirt contest finalists (Joystiq)

Apr 6th 2006 10:08AM #9 is my favorite. I'd wear that at least twice a week.

ThemeXP - Today's Mod (Download Squad)

Mar 6th 2006 2:36PM Deviantart.com has a vast collection of window's customization tools, not to mention really great art.
Go there instead.

HOW-TO: Get OSX to work on a Dell (Download Squad)

Sep 1st 2005 5:49PM Yea, it's really quite easy if you know your stuff. I did it with a linux live cd and a usb harddrive.