Free Digital Signage Software Isn't Free
EPISODE 90 | Sean Matthews, president & CEO of Visix, Inc.
Lots of people advertise free digital signage software on the web. But is it free? Do these apps come with hidden costs, limited features or lackluster support? Most importantly, will the free software you’re considering adapt to your needs or force you to adapt to it?
In this episode, Sean Matthews walks us through what to watch out for when considering a free CMS to manage your digital signs, what types of environments should and shouldn’t use them, and how to frame your software search to match your strategy.
- Hear the difference between free software, freeware and open source
- Walk through the pros and cons of free signage software
- Find out what “free” might mean (trial, demo, pilot, hosting, etc.)
- Consider how services, updates and security are affected
- Learn the questions to ask before downloading a free signage app
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Learn more about this topic in our Masterclass Guide 1: Digital Signage Systems Overview
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