The difference between Updates and Upgrades, is Version 10 a Free Update?
What's an "Update"?
An update (also known as a revision) is a revised or updated version of the software you already have. When you download and install an update, you are essentially still using the same software version you purchased, it's just an updated copy of that software. Updates are generally free for one year from date of purchase of original download, and often include enhancements, fixes, security changes, and even new features. So for example, if your copy of PDshop says Version 9.015, you'd be able to download the revisions that start with 9.
What's an "Upgrade"?
An upgrade is a specially priced offer allowing you to purchase and install a different software version. For example, if a new version of software comes out that is compatible with your existing software version, instead of paying the full price for the new software, you may qualify for a special upgrade price. Basically, a discount if you upgrade to the new software version. An upgrade should not be confused with a free update. In general, updates are free but upgrades are not.
What version do I have?
PDshop versions often are referred to by their formal names, instead of version numbers. Version names can help people to distinguish the differences between versions better and quicker at first glance. Below is a summary of the different PDshop versions and their formal names.
PDshop "Standard Edition" is Version 2 (this is also known as PDshopPro)
PDshop "Plus Edition" is Version 3
PDshop "Advanced Edition" is Version 4
PDshop "Classic ASP Edition" is Version 5
PDshop ".Net Edition" is Version 1 (this version is also referred to as the "original .Net")
PDshop ".Net Standard Edition" is Version 6
PDshop ".Net Advanced Edition" is Version 7
PDshop ".Net Version 8" is Version 8 (obviously)
PDshop ".Net Express" is Version 9, with product/category limits.
PDshop ".Net Small Business" is Version 9, with product/category limits.
PDshop ".Net Professional" is Version 9
PDshop ".Net 10 Express" is Version 10, with product/category limits.
PDshop ".Net 10 Small Business" is Version 10, with product/category limits.
PDshop ".Net 10 Developer" is Version 10
To find out what version you are using, in your Admin navigate to the "Database Tools" or "DB Tools" page, and in most cases the Version name and Version number are shown.
An update (also known as a revision) is a revised or updated version of the software you already have. When you download and install an update, you are essentially still using the same software version you purchased, it's just an updated copy of that software. Updates are generally free for one year from date of purchase of original download, and often include enhancements, fixes, security changes, and even new features. So for example, if your copy of PDshop says Version 9.015, you'd be able to download the revisions that start with 9.
What's an "Upgrade"?
An upgrade is a specially priced offer allowing you to purchase and install a different software version. For example, if a new version of software comes out that is compatible with your existing software version, instead of paying the full price for the new software, you may qualify for a special upgrade price. Basically, a discount if you upgrade to the new software version. An upgrade should not be confused with a free update. In general, updates are free but upgrades are not.
What version do I have?
PDshop versions often are referred to by their formal names, instead of version numbers. Version names can help people to distinguish the differences between versions better and quicker at first glance. Below is a summary of the different PDshop versions and their formal names.
PDshop "Standard Edition" is Version 2 (this is also known as PDshopPro)
PDshop "Plus Edition" is Version 3
PDshop "Advanced Edition" is Version 4
PDshop "Classic ASP Edition" is Version 5
PDshop ".Net Edition" is Version 1 (this version is also referred to as the "original .Net")
PDshop ".Net Standard Edition" is Version 6
PDshop ".Net Advanced Edition" is Version 7
PDshop ".Net Version 8" is Version 8 (obviously)
PDshop ".Net Express" is Version 9, with product/category limits.
PDshop ".Net Small Business" is Version 9, with product/category limits.
PDshop ".Net Professional" is Version 9
PDshop ".Net 10 Express" is Version 10, with product/category limits.
PDshop ".Net 10 Small Business" is Version 10, with product/category limits.
PDshop ".Net 10 Developer" is Version 10
To find out what version you are using, in your Admin navigate to the "Database Tools" or "DB Tools" page, and in most cases the Version name and Version number are shown.
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