I don't think anyone disagrees about how much it costs or whether it should go subscription. If it serves files, then it should go subscription and the fees should cover the cost. I hope it does work out, as the alternative is nothing.
I personally can't afford to donate to more than one forum, but one thing is sure - we all gotta have a place to call home.
I just hope that Toe doesn't feel bad about it, as I know it wasn't his dream to have it this way.
In the sat-world, like any other, business forces will dictate the way forward.