
Trial software allows the user to evaluate the software for a limited amount of time. Demos are usually not time-limited (like Trial software) but the functionality is limited. In some cases, all the functionality is disabled until the license is purchased. Demoĭemo programs have a limited functionality for free, but charge for an advanced set of features or for the removal of advertisements from the program's interfaces. In some cases, ads may be show to the users. Basically, a product is offered Free to Play (Freemium) and the user can decide if he wants to pay the money (Premium) for additional features, services, virtual or physical goods that expand the functionality of the game. This license is commonly used for video games and it allows users to download and play the game for free. There are many different open source licenses but they all must comply with the Open Source Definition - in brief: the software can be freely used, modified and shared.

Programs released under this license can be used at no cost for both personal and commercial purposes. Open Source software is software with source code that anyone can inspect, modify or enhance. Freeware products can be used free of charge for both personal and professional (commercial use). Represents a request for enhancement (also for "major" features that would be really nice to have).Freeware programs can be downloaded used free of charge and without any time limitations. This describes a cosmetic problem like misspelled words or misaligned text, but doesn’t affect function. Something is wrong, but doesn’t affect function significantly or other problem where easy workaround is present. Implies some loss of functionality under specific circumstances, typically the correct setting unless one of the other levels fit. This is the default value for new bug reports.


Implies "loss of data" or frequent crashes or a severe memory leak.

The bug blocks development or testing of the build and no workaround is known. The following rules can be used as guideline. The Eclipse Bugzilla system allows you and the Eclipse committer to enter the bug priority.īut overall, it is up to each project do decide how they handle bugs so some variation from project to project will occur.
