Free, open source, legal
Forced to buy something? Break the rule. Legally.
Describe what you need. The search points to a free, open source program made by a community, with a simple explanation.
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Every program on the list, and the rules used to choose them.
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For people who know nothing about IT, one small step at a time.
Why it is legal
Open source licenses say, in writing, that anyone may use, copy and share the program for free.