dswinhart

Cholla,
 
I completely agree!  I also have a fair amount of "Open Source" programs, apps, scripts, etc.  The open source community (without a doubt) keeps the big corporate software companies honest.  At least somewhat.  I firmly believe if the "Open Source" community DID NOT EXIST;  All of little people would likely be paying Microsoft, Apple & even Google $2,000 - $5,000 a year - just for an OS (Operating System)!  In addition, every program, app, etc would be pay before you run as well.  There would likely be "some" trial-ware of course, but many consumers would be pay up front...
 
JMHO,
0bWAN

I am always leery of free downloadable software, unless it is clearly "Open Source".  Evan then, if I continue to use it more than a couple of weeks I will make a donation.  I am not wealthy be any means so some donation(s) aren't much but Common sense indicates that every little bit helps.  The flip side is of course  MMI  {Microsoft Malware, Inc.}  I'll end that as I'm confident most people already know.  Over the years I have found many deep discounts purchasing software.  Many were of great value as well as an extraordinary buy.  I quickly reviewed both of the above sites & unless I'm missing something these 100% legit!  My personal experience buyi9ng MS Office for clients at such discounts has not been pleasant.  Promise the world yet deliver nothing but chopped up licensing, partial or incomplete programs & generally consume much more time than original saving.  BTW, I cannot put a dollar value on my frustration.  I think today there is a plethora of really good inexpensive solutions available.  In addition, anything touted as "COMPLETELY FREE", "NO STRINGS", ETC. should always be fully investigated & vetted before you take the plunge.  Evan then I recommend D/L, install & run on a computer OTHER THAN your daily "production machine".  Why gamble with any of your trustworthy devices?
 
JMHO, be well,
DSwinhart 
retired after 4+ decades in IT 

Cholla,
 
I completely agree!  I also have a fair amount of "Open Source" programs, apps, scripts, etc.  The open source community (without a doubt) keeps the big corporate software companies honest.  At least somewhat.  I firmly believe if the "Open Source" community DID NOT EXIST;  All of little people would likely be paying Microsoft, Apple & even Google $2,000 - $5,000 a year - just for an OS (Operating System)!  In addition, every program, app, etc would be pay before you run as well.  There would likely be "some" trial-ware of course, but many consumers would be pay up front...
 
JMHO,
0bWAN