Because enough people would still buy them at full price, and if you were willing to scam your way into a $5 ebook, at least you're paying something for it inst

Because enough people would still buy them at full price, and if you were willing to scam your way into a $5 ebook, at least you're paying something for it instead of just pirating it. I always saw it as a way to turn pirates into paying customers, and the would-be pirates still felt like they were getting a good deal. It's a win-win.