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We are also now coming to understand the extent to which text-based forums prevent participants from witnessing the human reactions to their communications, bot
by rectang 9y ago
We are also now coming to understand the extent to which text-based forums prevent participants from witnessing the human reactions to their communications, both positive and negative.
Nearly everyone is worse online than in person.
- slantyyz 9y agoWhat you're saying is true -- sarcasm, English as a second language, etc. can heavily influence meaning and interpretation of a message. On the other hand, there are plenty of negative opinionated commentary that is given under the guise of being expert advice that doesn't even attempt to be nuanced. I'll avoid using an HN example, but on photography forums, it's not unusual for people to say stuff like "If it's not full-frame, it's not a real camera", or "Everyone needs a #mm fast prime" as though they are facts, not opinions.