alt Hacker NewsCurious why one would pirate media but pay for a media streaming system. Not like there aren't any alternatives like it's the case with VPNs
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desolate_muffin • today at 10:19 PM
There are not any alternatives that match every feature. The account system and number of platforms with a Plex app is unmatched. This matters when you share it with others who won't want to tinker with anything.
bouchard • today at 9:27 PM
If you wanna share with friends and family; it's way more accessible than setting up access to a VPN/tailscale/etc.
A media streaming system is a lot cheaper than the media. A lot of people bought Plex when it was a "buy once keep forever" payment model.