I've contacted two different companies ( not the icon ones) about expired s/w explaining that I was associated with DC and how I wanted to use the product and why I chose them over the competition. ... Try the links on DC first and see if they still work. If not, just write and ask if they will still honor the offer. Can't hurt
This is really great advice and i can't emphasize enough how important it is. Farmsteader's advice is spot on. Tell them about the discount you missed out on, tell them you aren't swimming in money (definitely mention if you are a student), tell them you prefer their product after investigating the competition, and ask them if they would be willing to extend the discount to you.
Many people don't realize that companies are very very frequently willing to do this - it's almost rare for them not to. It also will give you some insight into the nature of the company. If you don't get a response from your inquiry, or you get a response from someone who says flat out we don't do that - then you have some additional info to the way the company works. You might even get a friendly personal response from the author of a small program which increases your respect and appreciation for the company+author.
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