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1. 

   Flib Gibbet
   Member

   This is one area that I have never been clear on - when software that has been installed from GOTD says that there is an update available, can I update it?

   For example, I installed AnVir Task Manager the last time it was given away and use it all the time instead of the default XP Task Manager. Today AnVir tells me that there is an available update from 6.1.0 to 6.1.3 which was released on 28th October (and it's only telling me now?).

   The link within the program for the update takes me to the standard page of AnVir downloads with it's offers of free trials etc., so if I download that latest version will the GOTD registration still be OK? Or do I have to stick with 6.1.0?

   There have been a few other programs where a similar situation has arisen but in those cases I have chosen to play it safe and not update.

   Thanks in advance for any help.

   Posted 14 years ago #
2. 

   Michelle
   Member

   No, you can't.

   Posted 14 years ago #
3. 

   Flib Gibbet
   Member

   Thanks

   Posted 14 years ago #
4. 

   notblocklox
   retired

   Hi, Spodo,
   the Terms and conditions
   should be taken literally, just to be on the safe side.
   

   Please note that the software you download and install during the Giveaway period comes with the following important limitations:

   1. No free technical support
   2. No free upgrades to future versions
   3. Strictly personal usage

   There have been one or two exceptions in the past.

   I would advise you, to look into the options of every GOTD programme, if there is a "Check for updates automatically", uncheck it, otherwise the programme could turn into a demo.

   graylox

   Posted 14 years ago #
5. 

   wizzard_of_ozz2004
   Games Master

   You could always attempt contacting the developer to see if they allow free updates. Some do, but most don't. Just a part of the "catch" of GOTD.

   Posted 14 years ago #
6. 

   goodgotd
   Member

   antivirus, antimalware- those are possible exceptions, but usually that's spelled out as a timelimit. best assumption: don't.

   task manager? don't think so.

   Posted 14 years ago #
7. 

   Flib Gibbet
   Member

   Thanks everyone, it was just wishful thinking after all.

   Posted 14 years ago #

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