Look, I see nothing wrong with the occasional download, the occasional copying of a friend's SDJ and so forth but apparently things got out of hand. To be honest, I don't really see your problem! You can access the magazine from anywhere, anytime, any device for UNLIMITED TIME! You can even print it if you wish. For example, the digtial version of the ADBA Gazette is accessible for only 30 days after purchase! Anyway, if you feel that you were mislead then don't subscribe next time...

Regards,
LC

P.S. If you're interested in collecting or archiving, I'd definitely suggest to get the printed version.