What does Turbo Tax mean by saying a software package has 'auto renewal'?

Auto Renewal is that they will automatically charge you next November for next year's program.  They charge it in early November and you get the program as soon as it comes out.  

Here is a FAQ on the benefits of using the Advantage program
https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1901492-what-is-turbotax-advantage

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Info on the Advantage auto-renew plan
https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/cd-download/advantage

And click on the little link under the boxes for Turbo Tax Advantage Offer Terms.