For me to have stolen something, there needs to be less of a product in the store between the time I arrived, and the time I left. In this scenario, CVS' inventory stays exactly the same.

You are in "you wouldn't download a car" territory, so nothing I say is likely to convince you. These points have been argued since time immemorial, i.e. 2000, Lars Ulrich v Napster. Youtube isn't any different.

So your opinion is basically that as long as it’s not physical, it’s free to take.

Good thing others think differently or software wouldn’t be a viable business.

Most of the world runs on literally free and open software, so what is your point again?

Most of the world also runs on paid software, that’s purchased. Infrastructure isn’t free, software to run said infrastructure isn’t, either.

Can’t believe I’m arguing with people on here that software and digital goods are worth something.