English name of each stage of software version

Alpha edition ( Internal beta ): Generally only in software development company Internal operation , Not open to the public . It is mainly the developers who test the products themselves , Check the product for defects 、 error , Verify product functions and instructions 、 Whether the user manual is consistent .

Beta edition ( External beta ): Software development companies for external publicity , Informal products free Send to typical users , Let users test the shortcomings and problems of the software , In order to further improve and perfect before the official release . Generally passable Internet As a free download , It can also be obtained from the software company .

Demo edition ( Demo version ): It mainly demonstrates some functions of the formal software , Users can learn the basic operation of the software , Expand the impact for the launch of official products . If it's a game , Only oneortwo levels can be played . This version can also be downloaded from Internet Download for free .

Enhace edition ( Enhanced or enhanced ): If it is general software , It's generally called “ Enhanced version ”, Will add some useful new features . If it's a game , It's generally called “ Enhanced Edition ”, Some new game scenes and game plots will be added . This is the official release .

Free edition ( Free Edition ): This is usually software made by individuals or members of free software alliance organizations , I hope you can use it for free , No copyright , It's usually through Internet As a free download .

Full Version edition ( Full version ): That's the official version , Is the final official release .

Shareware edition ( Shared Edition ): Some companies try to attract customers , For some of the software they make , You can let users through Internet Free download . however , This version of software usually has some restrictions on the use time or times , But you can use online registration or electronic registration to become an official user .

Release edition ( Distribution version ): Not the official version , With time limit , It is also one of the publicity strategies to expand the influence . such as Windows Me The release of is limited to a few months , Can be obtained from Internet Free download or free gift from the company .

Uprgade edition ( Upgraded version ): When you have a previous official version of a software , You can buy upgrades , Upgrade your software to the latest version . The upgraded software has the same functions as the official version , But the price will be lower , This is mainly to provide the original genuine users with Discount .

Beta and demo

α: It means that the software is only a preliminary finished product , Usually only within the software developers , There are also very few releases to professional testers . This version of the software bug More , And very unstable , It may also cause system crash after use . however , It's hard for ordinary users to get it , Don't install even if you get the best .

β: This version is relative to α The version has been greatly improved , Eliminated serious mistakes , But there are still some flaws , Large scale release testing is required to further eliminate bug. This version is usually released free of charge by software companies , Users can download... From relevant websites . Pass the tests of some professional fans , Feedback the results to the developers , The latter will be modified accordingly . This version is also not suitable for general users to install .

γ: This version is quite mature , It's almost the same as the upcoming official edition , If users can't wait , Try it if you can .

trial: Trial version . Trial software has become quite popular in recent years , Mainly thanks to the rapid development of the Internet . This version of software usually has a time limit , Such as 20 God 、1 Months and so on , Time is up. , Users will no longer be able to use , Unless you pay a certain fee to register and purchase the official version . Some trial software also has some limitations on functions .

unregistered: Unregistered version . The unregistered version is very similar to the trial version , It's just that unregistered versions usually have no time limit , In terms of function, it has some limitations compared with the official version , For example, most networks Telephone Registered and unregistered versions of the software , There is a big gap in call quality between the two . Some of them are the same as the official version in use , But an annoying message box will pop up to remind you to register , Such as looking at the picture software acdsee. If the user is interested in the software , You can register with the software company through the specified method .

demo: Among the informal software versions, this version is the most well-known , Called demo . The demo version integrates only a few features from the official version , It's a bit like unregistered. The difference is ,demo The version can not be upgraded and changed into the official version through registration .

The above are several versions before the official version of the software is launched ,α、β、γ It can be called beta , Most mature software will always have multiple beta versions , Such as windows 98 Of β edition , There are nearly 10 individual . On the one hand, so many beta versions ensure that the final product meets the needs of users as much as possible , On the other hand, it also reduces the bug, In this regard, it is worth learning from Chinese software vendors . and trial、unregistered、demo Sometimes referred to as a demo , This kind of version has a strong advertising color , Quite a bit “ Taste before you buy ” The smell of , For ordinary users, it is naturally the best .

Official version

Official versions of different types of software often differ .

release: This version means “ Final release ”, After a series of beta releases , There will eventually be an official version , For users , There is absolutely nothing wrong with buying this version of the software . This version is sometimes referred to as the Standard Version . It is worth mentioning that release It usually doesn't appear on the software cover as a word , Instead of symbols (r), Such as windows nt (r)4.0、ms-dos(r) 6.22 wait .

registered: Obviously this version is related to unregistered Relative registered version , Registered Edition 、release and standard It's the same as the version , The software is all official versions . However, a large part of the predecessor of the registered software is downloaded from the Internet .

standard: This is the most common standard version , Whatever it is , The standard version must exist . The standard version contains the basic components of the software and some common functions , It can meet the needs of ordinary users . Its price is relatively easy to reach for a higher level version , Such as Jinshan Ciba Ⅲ The standard version 、office 97 Standard edition, etc .

deluxe: As the name suggests, it means “ Deluxe edition ”, The deluxe version is usually compared to the standard version , Just a few more “ Eye candy ” The function of , The price is much higher , Therefore, it is not recommended for ordinary users to buy . This version is usually for those who pursue “ perfect ” Prepared by the enthusiasts of .

reference: This version of the model is commonly found in encyclopedias , The more famous is Microsoft's encarta series ,reference It's the highest level , It contains topics 、 Images 、 Film editing, etc standard and deluxe Both versions have been greatly increased , The capacity has soared from one disc to three discs , And many new interactive functions have been added , Of course, the price is not cheap . You can say that , This version of encyclopedia can be regarded as a real encyclopedia , It is also the first choice for enthusiasts .

professional: pro . Professional edition is for some specific development tool software , There is much content in the professional edition that is not available in the standard edition , These contents are extremely important functions for a professional software developer . Microsoft visual foxpro The standard version does not have the function of compiling into executable files (.exe file ), This is obviously unbearable for a complete development project , Unless the client also has foxpro, If you use the professional version, you won't have this problem .

enterprise: Its Chinese translation is enterprise version . Enterprise Edition is the best of development software ( Equivalent to... In the encyclopedia reference edition ). With this version of software, you can develop any level of application software without any obstacles . As noted visual c++ The enterprise edition of includes several additional features relative to the professional edition : Such as sql debugging 、 Extended stored procedure wizard 、 Support as/400 Yes ole db Visit to . And the price of this version is difficult for ordinary users . Such as ,microsoft Of visual studio 6.0 enterprise The price of the Chinese version is 23000 element .

Other versions

In addition to some versions introduced above , There are also proprietary version names .

update: Upgraded version . The upgraded software cannot be used independently , This version of the software will search the original official version during installation , If there is no , Then refuse to perform the next step . Such as microsoft office 97 Upgraded version 、windows 95 Upgraded version, etc . However, some upgraded versions are not worthy of the name , With changes , Can ……

oem:oem It usually appears in the hardware , Now the software industry has also appeared oem product . Sell your products to other companies , And put the other party's mark , Mutual benefit , Kill two birds with one stone .

stand-alone ( The Internet ) edition : The network version is featured in 、 The structure is much more complex than the stand-alone version , If you pay attention to the quotation of the software , You will find that the price difference between the stand-alone version and the network version of some software is very huge , Some even need to add a lot of money for one more customer port .

Universal edition : This version is sometimes referred to as the shared version , Its characteristics are : Cheapness ( Some are even completely free ), Single function , targeted ( Of course, there are also occupying the market 、 Factors such as combating piracy ). Unlike the trial version , This version of software generally has no time limit , Of course, if users want to upgrade , It's better to buy the official version .