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Why do social networks persist as “gateways” to information? They offer a consistent experience. You’re less likely to be inundated with the random crap found
by softwaredoug 4y ago
Why do social networks persist as “gateways” to information?
They offer a consistent experience. You’re less likely to be inundated with the random crap found on a random website. People prefer the mediocre, yet consistent, social media “meal” over the fancy meal with possible high degree of variability in quality.
- vorpalhex 4y agoI'll argue social networks are just a bit more than consistent gateways. They are a supernormal stimulus. The algorithm feeds you and in many ways hijacks you. There's a reason social networks are dead set against chronological feeds. They give you this steady drip of "engagement" which often means playing into strong (and negative) emotions. You don't get that in a true straight content feed. Sometimes content is boring or just not excitable.