Mmmm... I felt a bit identified with this definition... Let me explain, without acrimony or bad vibes, please, it's not a criticism of anyone, it's just my five cents.
Personally, I start from the basis that I cannot make harsh demands on something that has been given to me. Totally free. Maybe it's that I'm not so picky about the little flaws that a mod may have (absolute perfection doesn't exist), especially if it's a mod from one of my favorite modders, but I insist again, many do it for free! Also, as a general rule, when these small bugs are reported politely, the modder usually fixes them.
And regarding to modders earning money with his work, well, I don't see it as a bad thing, and also, I think it's something that regulates itself; if you're a really good modder, people will end up recognizing you and rewarding you in some way. If you're a cheater who takes advantage of other people's work, people will find out about it and leave you behind. And I think that after a short time in this sim things, we all know who can be forgiven for small "sins" and who cannot be forgiven...
(Philosopher Mode, Off)