It's actually the entire point of IP. Copying it is so easy compared to the creation of the work itself. So we legally restrict it.
>A third: Many creative people are motivated to do great things withhout payment.
Sure, but many aren't. Even more aren't willing to do boring, yet necessary projects. Finally, IP existing doesn't hold back FOSS at all.
Also, not all types of creative work lend itself to FOSS-like material. Many require extensive capital to get working.
It's actually the entire point of IP. Copying it is so easy compared to the creation of the work itself. So we legally restrict it.
>A third: Many creative people are motivated to do great things withhout payment.
Sure, but many aren't. Even more aren't willing to do boring, yet necessary projects. Finally, IP existing doesn't hold back FOSS at all.
Also, not all types of creative work lend itself to FOSS-like material. Many require extensive capital to get working.