Maybe it is too obvious, I am not sure: You all know that his name originates from the German expression “fetter Mann”, which translates to “fat man”? I can vividly imagine his ancestors arriving at Ellis island and getting their new surname. :D

That’s smart, but requires extra work and hardware.

Interesting. If there are reputable packers / crackers, why do they not uses GPG to sign the software? That way, no one can manipulate and reupload the software.

Well, I prefer to go the hospital with licensed personnel and not to ask some guy on the internet to perform surgery…

If you notice the malware…

Good and valid point. I use opensource software wherever I can.

Though paid software is not going to encrypt your data for ransom or use a keylogger to steal bitcoin (yet).