For context, I want to run a small personal gig (offering stuff on Patreon). Nothing too fancy.

In order to do that, I would need to use the Adobe suite, Windows, some audio and video effects, all requiring a commercial license.

In theory, I start to make money. How would Microsoft and Adobe know that I don’t pay for their software?

If I use some audio effects, how would their owners even be able to tell / find my work? We’re talking about basic sound effect, like rain, door knocks etc.

I’ve always been confused by this

  • Em AdespotonEnglish
    21·
    11 months ago

    I know someone who contracted for the government and it somehow became obvious during a presentation that they had cracks on their personal laptop.

    Their contract was immediately paused until they could provide provenance for all software they had on all their computing devices.

      • Em AdespotonEnglish
        32·
        11 months ago

        It also disproves your original statements. Most clients won’t care in some verticals. Others conduct regular audits of themselves and all their contractors.