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Finally signed up, seems fine. I think the big problem is if the servers will be able to handle the volume.

• sytelus 4y ago
  The whole server concept is a disaster, IMO. There is no search box for server. There is no information on how to create a server (at least on landing page). A lot of servers require "manual review". Many are "full". I don't know which one of these servers will even survive over time. I use Twitter as my "log" of interesting content and ideas. I rather not put content on server managed by a dude who can be run over by bus tomorrow and then I lose everything in an instant.
  • dym_sh 4y ago
    tbf same bus-factor applies to everything you collect but have you tried simply using bookmarks in your browser — full control, full responsibility also if you on the level of creating and maintaining your own server — its all open source
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  • seba_dos1 4y ago
    This whole server concept is what makes it viable as a network and what will make it outlive other popular services like Twitter.
  • kzrdude 4y ago
    Well, doesn't it feel like twitter let you down now too? It didn't get run over by a bus but it sure feels shaky. At least mastodon has a complete export your data feature available for you, without hassle.
  • puyoxyz 4y ago
    The servers on the Mastodon website are servers that have been running for a long time, are trusted, and have a plan for what happens in an emergency (multiple people with full access to everything required)