Feeling overwhelmed by the modern internet's focus on outrage and addiction? Discover practical strategies to opt out of manipulative platforms, embrace decentralized alternatives, and cultivate a more mindful and private digital life.
An analysis of why Usenet, a pioneering decentralized platform, hasn't returned to mainstream use. Explore the key challenges like spam and moderation, and discover modern alternatives like the Fediverse.
Exploring the debate around government-provided email for citizens. We analyze the potential benefits against the significant risks of politicization, surveillance, and why email's history makes it a poor candidate for a public utility.
A Hacker News discussion reveals strong recommendations for using a custom domain for your primary email and explores top provider choices like Fastmail, mailbox.org, and Proton Mail for enhanced security and control.