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Questions about applications that you can buy in Ubuntu Software Center, including how to make your application for sale there.

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What is the process for getting paid apps into the Ubuntu Software Center?

What is the process for getting paid apps into the Ubuntu Software Center?
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Is there animation software available?

Is there commercial-grade computer animation software available for Ubuntu, similar to the professional software sold for the Windows operating system? This question goes out to those of you who may ...
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How is tax handled for purchases from the Ubuntu Software Centre?

I've just created an account to submit an application to the Ubuntu Software Centre and the agreement says: "You are responsible for determining applicable taxes in connection with distributing your ...
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Why do some commercial apps have a section called 'also requires' and free apps don't?

In the Ubuntu Software Center paid (commercial) applications get a section called 'Also requires' which is quite neat. Why don't the free applications get this feature? For example Amnesia: The Dark ...
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How to start making a non-free application?

I am wondering how is it possible somebody to make a non-free application under Ubuntu. Being an open-source programmer, I've found that in order to make even the simplest program I use libraries ...
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How to get rid of an apt "Get more security updates through Ubuntu Pro with 'esm-apps' enabled" message on upgrade? [duplicate]

When upgrading system with sudo apt upgrade I'm getting the following message: (..) Get more security updates through Ubuntu Pro with 'esm-apps' enabled: (..) I know it's a paid service that can be ...
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How to submit commercial apps to the Ubuntu Software Center? [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: What is the process for getting paid apps into the Ubuntu Software Center? Why isn't there a clear description for developers on selling an app on the Ubuntu Software Center? ...
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Are there geographical restrictions to the software center?

I am not able to see even a single application for purchase in Ubuntu 11.04 Natty Narwhal Software Center. It has been the like this ever since i did clean install over 10.10. Are available ...
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Can I make profitable app for Ubuntu Touch?

I would like to ask you guys, if there would be some sort of app policy regarding the Ubuntu touch. Just as in Android, and iOS, the developers could earn a reasonable amount of money, by making their ...
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any reason Ubuntu Software Center does not accept paypal?

Recently the game braid was released for ubuntu in the ubuntu software center. however, it seems they don't take payments from paypal yet. Is there a political reason for this, or a technical one?
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How does Canonical report and transfer Software Center sales money to app developers?

I would like to clarify some details of the derivation earned from the sale of application money. If I understood correctly, at the end of each quarter you will send us email to report the amount of ...
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How can I enroll in the Ubuntu Software Centre on behalf of my company?

The FAQ says I "can enroll as an individual or on behalf of your company" but I didn't find any field where I can indicate that I want to enroll on behalf of my company. How can I do that?
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Accessing Previous Purchases

I purchased Steel Storm Burning Retribution back in 2011. Now that I have a new laptop with 13.04 I logged in to the software Center to re-install it, but the Previous Purchases screen comes up empty....
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Where are the guidelines for the Software Center approval process for paid applications? [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: Paid apps in the Ubuntu Software Center On every post on Ubuntu Gamer, the first reaction of people is always When will this come to software center? Are there any ...
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what is a good mouse/keyboard macro recorder?

Robotux looks perfect but appears to be no longer available. I tried to download it based on a 3 year old askubuntu post but there is no way that I can see to pay the $2.99 in the app store. I've ...
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How to disable/hide paid apps from Ubuntu Software Center? [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: Is it possible to remove the commercial programs section from the Software Center? Is there a way to disable or hide paid apps from Ubuntu Software Center (Ubuntu 11.10)? Or ...
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Are charges made on application updates?

I'm planning to develop an open source application and am also considering to set a non-zero price for it. If an user purchases the app, will he be charged again when updates are released?
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What happens with the source code when submitting an application

This is a follow up question for: How updates are handled for commercial applications? When I submit an application for inclusion in the Software Center, I have to upload a Debian source package. ...
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Payments in local currency in Software Centre

I'm from the UK and buying software from the Software Centre in USD incurs charges from my bank. Are there any plans to allow payments in local currency?
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Some "For purchase" apps not visible in software centre

I recently read that Uplink was available from Software Centre. But I go to the "For purchase" section of the software centre and there are only 7 entries. There's no trace of Uplink (or Darwinia). ...
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Is it possible to install paid apps in a development release? [closed]

I wonder if it is somehow possible to install paid applications in a development release of Ubuntu? I think most packages could be easily installed, though is there a way I can convince Ubuntu ...
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How do I buy from the Software Center with a foreign currency?

I wonder if there is a way to buy games in the Ubuntu Software Center using the Philippine peso.
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How Do I Install Quick 'n Easy Web Builder 2

I purchased Quick 'n Easy Web Builder 2 from Ubuntu Software Center. But Ubuntu Software Center could not / will not install it. I looked at software-center.ubuntu.com and I can see the PPA ...
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Already purchased software missing in the software centre [closed]

I wanted to install some stuff that should be available for Ubuntu 13.04, but when I click on an item I can either find manually or search through USC, it sometimes tells me it is not available in the ...
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What are some commercial apps for Ubuntu?

Anything including games and obscure software
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Why Ubuntu accept paid apps after release?

If I'm right in Ubuntu "normal" apps should be inserted in official repository before the final release and after taht your apps will be included in next cycle. But in these days I'm seeing that paid ...
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Will Ubuntu Software Center add support for generating dynamic license keys?

It looks like the Ubuntu Software Centre can only work with static license keys. Will it also support dynamic license keys based order details (name, date, email, etc)?
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What restrictions are there on paid applications?

If I pay for a program can I install it on the three computers I use on a daily basis? How is licensing decided or are there any restrictions on licenses used? Where are these kinds of ...
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How can I redownload previously purchased Linux Format magazine on Ubuntu Software Center? [duplicate]

I bought some issues of the Linux Format magazine on the Ubuntu Software Center. I now reinstalled Ubuntu and would like to redownload the magazines. In the list, they correctly appear as "Previously ...
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How to reinstall purchased software after OS reinstallation? [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: Downloading a previously purchased app with Ubuntu Software Center A month or so ago I purchased Bastion on the Ubuntu software center. I noticed it was running really slowly, ...
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Is there an iphone-like reminder app for ubuntu desktop?

Is anyone aware of a iphone-like reminder app for Ubuntu?
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How do I get updates for purchased applications?

So for many of the apps in the software center they are feature frozen. Do paid apps get feature updates and how is that handled - does canonical have to review them first?
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Time-Scheduled Screensaver

I'm looking for a way to run a time-scheduled screensaver slideshow. For example: From 13:00 to 16:00, run a screensaver that cycles through three images every 10 minutes From 16:01 to 18:30, run a ...
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Software centers for Ubuntu that have package upload services - apart from Ubuntu Software Center?

Are there any popular software centers for Ubuntu that have package upload services? Not counting the Ubuntu Software Center. Also, are there any that support paid-for applications?
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If I buy World of Goo in software center can I install it on my 2 ubuntu machines?

Considering buying World of Goo from Ubuntu Software Center, but not sure what happens after that. All my computers use the same Ubuntu SSO account - does this mean I can install it on more than one ...
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Can I restore paid apps from the Software Center after a OS reinstall? [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: Will my once paid for apps be aviable for free after a clean install/format? Hi all, I am considering buying an app or two from the Software Center, but I have a few ...
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Why does some paid software say requires mouse?

I have paid for software through the software center that says a mouse is required but no mouse is setup, I am running 12.04 on my laptop.
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Can I get paid apps access in 10.04LTS?

I don't see any option on my Software Center! I do not know if it is relevant, but I have created an Ubuntu One account (although I don't know how to inform the OS about it).
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tqslcert won't load my tq6 certificate

I have installed Ubuntu on my XP workshop desktop PC. I installed Trustedqsl from the Ubuntu software center. However tqslcert doesn't manage the tq6 certificate that I used in XP. How do I get a P12 ...
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Application replacement advise (Internet Download Manager)

I've been using Ubuntu for some time now, and very pleased with the result. I'm just trying to replace the last of my application I had on Windows. The application is named "Internet Download ...
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