Micky wrote: sorry for all this trouble and all these silly questions but steam is definately free software and updates for half life 2 will all be free. Are charges only for sequels and separate games e.g. half life 2:episode one or deathmatchesCorrect :)BTW, I purchased "Battlestations midway" via steam for £20.00 when itwas £35-£40 everywhere else.There are a large number of games offered on Steam, not just Half-life2.--Annie___ (VM BB L)___________________   read more »