Freeware: why no money?

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I'm curiuos to know why people write freeware, when in this way they
earn nothing. Couldn't that people do the same things earning?

What can be the purpose of a freeware programmer?

Thanks
 
I'm curiuos to know why people write freeware, when in
this way they earn nothing. Couldn't that people do the
same things earning?
What can be the purpose of a freeware programmer?

Thanks
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Couple of reason I can think of.

They learn from it
They enjoy programming
Money isn't a primary focus in their life
They enjoy helping others
 
I'm curiuos to know why people write freeware, when in this way they
earn nothing. Couldn't that people do the same things earning?

What can be the purpose of a freeware programmer?
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It's fun, it's a good hobby.

It's a good way to learn programming.

It's an excellent way to build up a user base for future commercial
programs.

It's a good way to build a resume for a future programming job.

Sometimes authors sell the rights to Freeware for MILLIONS. (a good example
is Justin, who sold WinAmp to AOL for a gazillion bucks!)

Some authors are just NICE, and like to donate their work.

Aside from that, I dunno! :)

-- Bob
 
I'm curiuos to know why people write freeware, when in this way they
earn nothing. Couldn't that people do the same things earning?

What can be the purpose of a freeware programmer?

Thanks
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They can earn on advertising, on selling affiliate version other
programs. And wellknow freeware project is a good bonus for resume :)
 
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