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Better access to information and knowledge. There is probably an overall cultural problem with it but it feels more difficult today to actually be informed. P
by jmkr 4y ago
Better access to information and knowledge.
There is probably an overall cultural problem with it but it feels more difficult today to actually be informed.
Part of it is that there is the power structures whom hold knowledge. Either in a classical sense (universities, libraries, journalism), or through more recent companies which own either knowledge communities themselves, or _access_ to knowledge.
The other part of it is individuals treating information as entertainment. This probably isn't inherently a problem (learning should be fun), but it becomes an echo chamber of popularity based on half truths and trust based on upvotes rather than content.
A better web would allow users to learn, engage, interact, and grow with others. It seems like the more content out there the less information is actually available.
- digitalsanctum 4y agoAgreed on all your points. Better access to information is def. what I had in mind when I suggested no pay walls.