> But I would feel bad if someone's small business had to shut down or lose a bunch of money because they lost all their customer data.
Don't. When businesses of any size cut corners and provide services they aren't qualified to provide, it gives them an advantage compared to businesses that try to do it properly. They make more money or charge less and can often out compete competent owners. They'll also be the first ones to brag about how brilliant they are at business (in my experience).
Small businesses are no exception. Delete away IMO.
Said small businesses might have no idea their data wasn’t secure. That would be on whoever developed their technology, not necessarily the business. Not all small businesses with customer or sales data is a technology company.
Good point. You're right. I was really only thinking about tech companies that are doing their own deployments, but I guess there's plenty of room for collateral damage where people don't deserve it.
Seems like a lost opportunity to have a more nuanced position here. And when you can't think of a single case that could make you feel bad for someone, it's usually a sign that you don't have one.
Don't. When businesses of any size cut corners and provide services they aren't qualified to provide, it gives them an advantage compared to businesses that try to do it properly. They make more money or charge less and can often out compete competent owners. They'll also be the first ones to brag about how brilliant they are at business (in my experience).
Small businesses are no exception. Delete away IMO.