(Note: The story has strong language in paragraph 23) By Tim Molloy NEW YORK (TheWrap.com) - Louis C.K. is used to people stealing his jokes - but not his business model. In December 2011, C.K. started a small DIY revolution in comedy when he decided to self-release his "Live at the Beacon Theater" special online. Charging fans $5 per download, he said he was trying to save fans money and bypass corporations. Eighteen months later, Viacom-owned Comedy Central is unabashedly embracing his $5 download idea, saying C.K. proved it works for comics and fans alike. ...
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