but further news in this post;
http://forums.cnet.com/7723-12543_102-522440.html?messageId=5109617#message5109617
This is not a scam but a genuine offer, "CNET Exclusives brings you 95 percent off on Ashampoo WinOptimizer 7"
I hope that helps.
Mark
ON 03/29/11 I purchased Ashampoo WinOptimizer 7 for $2.49 through a deal offered by CNET. Today I received an email from CNET telling me Ashampoo WinOptmizer 8 is now available. Is this just a coincidence or a scam? Can someone tell me if I download version 8 will I have to pay the $49.99 purchase price or do I get it for free as an update since I own version 7. Thanks

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