Subscription? I want a perpetual licence!
Over the last few years there has been a massive shift to subscription models for software, and for good reason.
twinBASIC is evolving fast, and regular maintenance and continuous development work is required. One-off perpetual licences don't really fit with our workflow.
Naturally, developers benefit from the subscription model by having a more regular income, but customers also benefit because they hold more power over the developer to fix bugs and provide regular updates so you keep your subscription active.
We understand that some customers would prefer a perpetual licence; however, subscriptions help ensure the project’s longevity. A subscription means continuous updates for you, and the freedom to cancel any time. This allows us to continue offering top-class product support alongside rapid product development.

https://twinbasic.com/preorder.html
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