Decentralized Social Networks Sound Great. Too Bad They’ll Never Work
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This article discusses the challenges and limitations of decentralized social networks. It acknowledges the appeal of these networks, which aim to give users more control over their data and eliminate the dominance of centralized platforms. However, the article argues that despite their potential benefits, decentralized social networks face significant hurdles in terms of user adoption, scalability, and moderation. It explores various technical and social obstacles that hinder the widespread adoption of decentralized platforms, such as the network effect, user experience drawbacks, and the risk of enabling extremist content. The author ultimately suggests that while decentralized social networks have promising ideals, their practical implementation may never fully overcome these hurdles.