On Jul 19, 2005, at 12:01 AM, Dan Shafer wrote:
A friend of mine pointed me to an intriguing business concept called "RansomWare" and as I thought about it, it seemed there might be some possible use
I like this concept. The pledge model (Paypal cash perhaps) with an open accounting of progress towards the threshold. A lot of people might put in a little towards the goal even if they could not see paying a lot because they would not get full value out of a tool. They would then have use of the tool for the little they needed it along with everyone else. This would be great for the "inventive user" type who can not justify expensive tools for part time use, or to play with just because it is "neat". Everyone benefits, nobody loses, nobody makes a killing. However, I would put in the incentive that sponsors get the first version and provide the beta feedback -- everyone else has to wait 3 months after release. There might also be a nominal charge ($5-10) for anyone to help support the cost of maintenance for the first year. The model could then be repeated if a new version is needed.
I would not call this capitalistic in the slightest --nor is it socialistic. It is pay what it is worth to you for sponsors and, in time, upgrades the tools for everyone. An investment in the infrastructure of our tools.
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