how can people use linux when ....

there is a compatibility issue??

Are they not gamers?
They don't use general programs??
or are softwares actually compatible on linux??

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You can replace anything by propietary software without violating the GPL. You only cannot distribute it. GPL does not restrict use, it restricts distribution.

So... where do you want to download those programs then?! It's fine if you want to write your own midnight commander, but as long as you can't distribute it, noone gives a damn about it.

So no, you can't REALLY write proprietary replacements since "proprietary" itself means that you give it to others without any source code.