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

    • CyborganismEnglish
      95·
      1 year ago

      We should pirate stuff only if no other good open source alternatives are available.

        • CyborganismEnglish
          61·
          1 year ago

          I’d rather pay for stuff if the creators really deserve it. Like independent video game developers for example. Or I’ll donate to developers who give away their work as well.

          If we pirate everything, don’t be surprised if smaller players disappear and only the big ones remain and take advantage of their position.