CompuServe Thread

John, It's that way all over, and the "try before buy" is a rationalization that make severything seem moral to those that use it. I think that this stance would have some merit if the deed followed the sentiment. If people actually did erase the stuff they "tried out" if found to be unsuitable, and bought the package if they kept on using it, then the manufacturers would have no complaints. Unfortunately it is all to easy to say "Well, I don't use it enought to justify buying it", or "It's too much money for what it does and besides, there are a few things I don't like about it.". On the other side of this argument is the poor guy who is honest enough to buy, and perhaps does not have access to the resources to find out just how good or bad a package is. He buys, and if it is no good, too bad. Reading the licensing agreement and disclaimers would be funny if applied to a car or an appliance. "This toaster may or may not do what you think it will do, regardless of our advertising, and if you don't like it, tough! Only actual manufacturing defects will be recognized as a valid reason for giving you another one in its place." I can sure understand the frustration of someone who has been bitten by paying big bucks for garbage with absolutely no recourse. It is for this reason that I applaud Charlie heath, Cygnus Software, and others, who have made demo versions of their software available, and hope that they send out the demo with every shipment to ensure that the customer can indeed "try before buying", and do it morally and ethically. Regards, Larry.