On 05/11/2007 07:28 PM, James Knott wrote: > jpowermac g4 wrote: >> I was telling someone to get open office today and they told me >> something about $47 because they went to www.openoffice.com to get >> it... which has the first result showing http://www-openoffice.com/ >> >> >> Why is this site selling the openoffice.org product as if they >> actually own it, and are taking payments for it before asking for >> address information, as if they are gonna ship it out. >> >> Better do something before they start scamming people out of money. >> > > There are many who charge for CD copies of OpenOffice and it's entirely > legal and they provide a service for those who don't have broadband > internet access. Some charge a nominal amount and others a lot more. > What really bugs me though, are those who charge only for a link for a > download of it, even though it's available for free from www.openoffice.org. > >
And in this case www-openoffice.com *isn't* providing a service for those who don't have broadband, they are providing a link & their "support statements" are a bit dodgey: http://www-openoffice.com/faq.html <quote> FAQ Q: What is included with my purchase of Open Office Suite? A: You will receive the entire Open Office Suite (Writer, Calc, Impress, Draw, Base) including the bonus FREE anti-virus software. In additional to this great software package you will also receive 8 weeks of support via our web site and email. . . . Q: How will I receive my software? A: As soon as you have completed your order and made payment we will provide you with private access to our Members Only section of the web site where you will be able to download the Open Office Suite right away and get started in less than 5 minutes. . . . Q: How large is the software download? A: The setup package is between 75mb - 100mb depending on your Operating System . . . Q: Is support included with the software? A: Yes, all of the software included has extensive Help Files that cover every aspect of the software. If your ever in doubt simply press the F1 key to open the in program Help system. In addition to the extensive Help files included you will also receive 1 YEAR of support via our extensive online help center, which includes video tutorials and in depth guides to get you up to speed. You will also have direct access to our support team 24/7 for any technical assistance you might need with your new software. </quote> Hmmm... http://www-openoffice.com/ <quote> Open Office Features: Bonus Anti-virus program included * 1 Year Premium Support Included * </quote> o So they advertise 1 year of support, but according to their FAQ you get 8 weeks (but press F1 for help)... o $47 gets you acces to their "members's area" where you'll be given a link to download the software. o Antivirus software is ClamWin which is of course free for download as well. Yet on their main page they state "Only at www-openoffice.com". IMHO I'd steer well clear of www-openoffice.com. --------------------------------------------------------------------- To unsubscribe, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] For additional commands, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
