Ask HN: Why don't we have downloadable webapps?

Posted by sammville on Monday March 26, 2012 @08:42AM
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I was wondering why i haven't noticed any downloadable webapps. What i mean by downloadable is for example a CRM software (highrise) that you can download and install on your server (like wordpress) rather than paying monthly. Any thoughts?

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Re:Ask HN: Why don't we have downloadable webapps? by paulhauggis on Monday March 26, 2012 @09:36AM (#3756589)

Why would I want to do that? Updates are more difficult and I most likely won't be able to charge a monthly fee.

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Re:Ask HN: Why don't we have downloadable webapps? by sammville on Monday March 26, 2012 @10:01AM (#3756693)

You could charge a one-time fee and offer yearly paid updates.

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