"Dave Smith" > wrote in message
...
> JoeSpareBedroom wrote:
>>
>> >> Interesting. In one paragraph, you call it deceptive. In another, you
>> >> explain why the practice is valid.
>> >
>> > Scammers use all sorts of ploys to get people to part with their money.
>> > Their greed does not make the ploy valid.
>>
>> What is your job function?
>
> I worked in law enforcement and am now retired, but what the hell does
> that
> have to do with recognizing deceptive marketing practices?

It tells me that you didn't run a business, and that you may have limited
exposure to the range of options available to companies as they work to keep
their products viable.