Definition of "demoware" [demoware]

• A cut-down demonstration version of a computer program so that it can be tried before purchase. (noun)

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• "Trialware - sometimes called "demoware", it often has limitations (i.e., the length of time you can use it), or might add identifying marks until you purchase it (the vendor's logo, for instance)."
• "Reason: it's not the hardware per se, or even the crap demoware they lard their machines down with, but that Sony, in my experience, don't know tech support from a hole in the ground."
• "Is there any specific plan for this outside the ad, or is it just demoware / smoke & mirrors right now?"