There's a famous #MST3K bit that a great many people have identified as an uncanny prediction of #Internet commerce and its intricate obsession with **micropayments.** As the MST3K "Johnny Long-Torso" sketch demonstrates however the method does not require the Internet or indeed ANY technology really. It's very simple: divide a thing which MUST function as a unit into little pieces and then you can extort people on the basis that they need all the parts.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3h8S6GA-bo
"The doll who is himself sold separately!" As a unit he's valued at eight bucks, but in pieces he can be sold for over $300! #Profit!! The American Way!!!
(etc.)
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