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There is definitely memory, but HN also has new members. If repeat topics move up to a top location, this probably reflects the number of people who hadn't yet
by 2020-3030 8y ago
There is definitely memory, but HN also has new members.
If repeat topics move up to a top location, this probably reflects the number of people who hadn't yet seen the topic. "Not new, but new to you."
- elbear 8y agoEven without new members, not everyone is on all the time, so some people miss stuff like this. Or, even if you've seen it again, you vote it up, because you like it and want others to see it.