I kind of agree, but then I don't really want to pay for this stuff either :D
Mind you, I do and have paid for some online things and they would certainly be more accountable.
They've still got to break even, though. And even that costs a hell of a lot when you're that big.
Edit: That was point, and I think it still stands.
But should these things really be run at a loss? When looking at Cannonical I like that it is free and there's no visible ads or any sort of knowing outlay of any sort, but surely most FOSS stuff is purely from the good of peoples hearts.
Life unfortunately runs on money and not good intentions.