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woodsix · 09-20-2003, 10:55 AM

Someone, posted an article not too long ago saying that websites that offer porn really are not that profitable. Sure, you may be fortunate enough to make a living at it, but the odds of actually improving your lifestyle in any meaningful way are pretty remote (think hitting the lottery, remote).

Think about it.

Even moderately successful software businesses have their own offices, employees, a reputation in the community, industry contacts, and usually a nice sized payroll. They can find new employees, partners, and customers without too much inconvenience. Plus, they can advertise their services anywhere and be mentioned in the media and press without worry.

They can sell their services to governments, businesses, and public institutions (schools, hospitals, foundations, etc.). Basically, there are no limits to commerce.

As a software programmer, with a couple years experience, you can easily make $50-60K a year. If it is internet experience and you add a couple more years, that can jump to $100K+. If you create software, and get options, the sky is the limit.

Does anyone think there is that kind of money in porn websites? Everyone can name one of the top ten websites, but no one knows the top ten porn websites. Why? No barriers to entry and easy to duplicate content, and relatively little programming skill required.

Given the intense competition, the hassle with legal issues, dealing with the credit card companies, extremely perishable content, and the threat of legislation, it is not suprising to see why there is so much turnover in this part of the web.

09-20-2003, 10:55 AM
woodsix So Fucking Banned Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: USA Posts: 134	Do you have a REAL future? Someone, posted an article not too long ago saying that websites that offer porn really are not that profitable. Sure, you may be fortunate enough to make a living at it, but the odds of actually improving your lifestyle in any meaningful way are pretty remote (think hitting the lottery, remote). Think about it. Even moderately successful software businesses have their own offices, employees, a reputation in the community, industry contacts, and usually a nice sized payroll. They can find new employees, partners, and customers without too much inconvenience. Plus, they can advertise their services anywhere and be mentioned in the media and press without worry. They can sell their services to governments, businesses, and public institutions (schools, hospitals, foundations, etc.). Basically, there are no limits to commerce. As a software programmer, with a couple years experience, you can easily make $50-60K a year. If it is internet experience and you add a couple more years, that can jump to $100K+. If you create software, and get options, the sky is the limit. Does anyone think there is that kind of money in porn websites? Everyone can name one of the top ten websites, but no one knows the top ten porn websites. Why? No barriers to entry and easy to duplicate content, and relatively little programming skill required. Given the intense competition, the hassle with legal issues, dealing with the credit card companies, extremely perishable content, and the threat of legislation, it is not suprising to see why there is so much turnover in this part of the web.