Large text files You may wish to download large text files from the Internet such as the Independent Investigator's Report about President Clinton. Although freeware is generally copyrighted, the authors of the software have chosen to make it freely available. Notable examples include Netscape and Internet Explorer, which can be downloaded free of charge from the Internet. While based on the honor system, payment and registration generally entitle the buyer to technical support and product updates.
Software demos are a common type of shareware.
Many game downloads work this way. Public Domain Public Domain software is not copyrighted and can be used without restriction. Similarly, your browser will allow you navigate the Internet, but if you want to listen to music or watch videos online, you'll need to add a plug-in that offers that capability. Later in this Booster, we'll be downloading RealPlayer , a plug-in that does just that. Inc. All rights reserved.