XChat für Windows wird kommerziell

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You may use X-Chat for Windows for free for 30 days. If, after this time, you would like to continue using the product, you are required to register. Registration is a one time fee of $20 USD (United States Dollars) or $25 AUD (Australian Dollars). You may pay using the Paymate service below, which accepts credit cards in both currencies.

Als Begründung rechtfertigt sich Zed in der angehängten FAQ:

Q. Why isn't the Windows version free?
A. Building X-Chat for Windows is a difficult process, it requires quite some skill and expertise to accomplish. It takes time, and is by no means automated.

Der Source kann nach wie vor selbst kompiliert werden, was jedoch unter Windowsusern eher eine Seltenheit ist.

Q. What if I compile my own version from the source code?
A. You are quite welcome to do so, and redistribute it under the terms of the G.P.L. license

Quelle: XChat.org