I’ve noticed an overwhelming number of posts here glorifying the “good old days” and how Lemmy embodies that sense of community we all long for. But let’s be real: we don’t actually know each other, and that’s okay.
When I hop onto a social media platform, I’m seeking something different. I crave the vastness of large communities where I can instantly engage with people, seek advice, and exchange ideas. It’s about breaking news, both on a global and local scale, and sparking meaningful discussions.
As someone who grew up in the 80s and 90s, I witnessed the birth of web 1.0. I even hand-coded HTML for my elementary school’s “web team” when I was just 12 years old. It was an incredible experience at the time, but times have changed. Now, for me, the internet represents a realm of connectivity, promptness, and the power of large-scale discussion.
Let’s embrace the evolution of the internet, recognizing that we can still foster a sense of community while expanding our horizons beyond nostalgia. It’s time to seize the potential of this ever-growing digital landscape, where we can engage with a multitude of perspectives and amplify our collective voices.
Overall, I really like Lemmy and the fediverse (I hate the word though, does that make me old?). Decentralization, while remaining connected, is wonderful.
I feel like my most favorite things in the world are user supported. Three examples:
All three items there are well supported and are enjoyed by many people. I donate to all three.
If Lemmy becomes a thing, I’ll expand that list.
“The best things in life are free”
It’s an objective truth of our reality. We are just playing pretend half the time.
I didn’t say they were free, I said they were user supported (through donations)
I love those things too.
My use of the word free there is free in a sense.
It comes from within. That is my definition of freedom at least.