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What is the Difference between MapleConnect and ... A Traditional Publisher Many Maple users have experience with the traditional relationship between an author and a print publisher. In spirit, MapleConnect is a software publishing mechanism, but there are important differences between MapleConnect and a traditional publisher. There is greater flexibility in the types of eligible products. A MapleConnect product can be code, curriculum material, electronic books, a collection of Maplet applications, and services. In fact, any offering that helps others get the most from Maplesoft products are candidates. There is no judgment made on target markets. Whether there are one hundred or one hundred thousand potential buyers, the product can still be a MapleConnect-eligible product. The decision whether the market is large enough is exclusively yours. The royalty model favors you, the developer. Traditional book royalties rarely exceed 10% for the author. The standard MapleConnect royalty rate is 50% for the developer. Other Third-party Developer Programs Software companies with development or programmable products often provide resources and a general framework to create new tools based on the core products. Often these are called "Developer Programs", "Third-party Programs", or "ISV - Independent Software Vendor" programs. MapleConnect is different. In addition to the support resources, MapleConnect provides a direct sales channel that guarantees that approved software products reach the market in a timely fashion. MapleConnect removes many of the hurdles that face new product developers such as e-commerce, distribution infrastructure, and many marketing issues. Most other developer programs provide the initial support then leave you to figure out everything else. The Maple Application Center MapleConnect is complementary to the Maple Application Center. We believe that there will always be a need for an archive of free product resources and the Application Center will continue to procure and deliver these resources. MapleConnect offers a distinct option to developers and content authors who wish to invest the additional energy and time required to move their work to a commercial level. Overall, the Maple user community benefits from having the choice of a wide range of free content through the Application Center, and a select group of specialized MapleConnect products that offer quality, support, and the features of a commercial product.