

Over the years I have used both Ubuntu and Lubuntu, as well as tested Ubuntu Unity, Ubuntu Budgie, Kubuntu, Xubuntu and Puppy Linux. It does everything I want to do and has been a perfect solution for my computing needs. Linux is free, works better, is more stable and doesn't run viruses or spyware.

I haven't missed Windows at all, in fact I have been far better off without it. Because of the success in using Ubuntu, on 14 June 2008 we reformatted the remaining Windows XP computer and installed Ubuntu 8.04 LTS on it, going Windows-free. On 23 April 2007 we acquired a used Dell PC to run the Linux-based Ubuntu 7.04 Feisty Fawn. This is my account of using the Ubuntu and Lubuntu computer operating systems, as well as other free software. Usually commercial software or games are produced for sale or to serve a commercial purpose.The Ubuntu Diaries Part IV The Ubuntu Diaries Even though, most trial software products are only time-limited some also have feature limitations. After that trial period (usually 15 to 90 days) the user can decide whether to buy the software or not. Trial software allows the user to evaluate the software for a limited amount of time. Demos are usually not time-limited (like Trial software) but the functionality is limited. In some cases, all the functionality is disabled until the license is purchased. Demoĭemo programs have a limited functionality for free, but charge for an advanced set of features or for the removal of advertisements from the program's interfaces. In some cases, ads may be show to the users. Basically, a product is offered Free to Play (Freemium) and the user can decide if he wants to pay the money (Premium) for additional features, services, virtual or physical goods that expand the functionality of the game. This license is commonly used for video games and it allows users to download and play the game for free. There are many different open source licenses but they all must comply with the Open Source Definition - in brief: the software can be freely used, modified and shared. Programs released under this license can be used at no cost for both personal and commercial purposes.

Open Source software is software with source code that anyone can inspect, modify or enhance. Freeware products can be used free of charge for both personal and professional (commercial use). Freeware programs can be downloaded used free of charge and without any time limitations.
