I have yet to meet a software company whom would update software at no charge. Even if the software includes free updates, it would be for a time period, like one year, this would not following the student through graduation. Also, as technological advancements occur, there would be the charge of upgrading hardware components in order to support the growth of Technology.

> A textbook is a static learning tool. If it has a misprint, or needs to be updated, I am offered an oppurtunity to buy the next edition.
> A laptop, or some other type of electronic textbook, can be easily updated, often without additional cost. Sometimes the upgrade does cost something.
> A student in the first grade can have "Dick and Jane" loaded onto the computer, and carry that with them until they "Romeo and Juliet" loaded for high school.
> Static vs. Dynamic

• Re: Static vs. Dynamic Ron Goodwin, February 20, 1999 (0)