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If posting links was enough to "create content", we could automate a vast increase in content. Of course, that's nonsense. What creates content, arguably, is p
by adamc 15y ago
If posting links was enough to "create content", we could automate a vast increase in content. Of course, that's nonsense.
What creates content, arguably, is posting the links in a useful context (and something as simple as knowing your friend likes these might create the context). I think that value is real (and is reflected in services like Twitter), but there are some stark limits because my time/interest in consuming that kind of content is limited. Services that help me navigate the sea of data to effectively find the pearls of interest will have value. But just providing more ocean to search through is of limited direct interest...
- HPBEggo 15y agoThis. Simply posting something that already exists, be it through a Tweet or a link or what-have-you, does not create anything of value. However, creating said link with a short description or within the context of a greater article does create value. It's not a huge amount of value, but I know that I, personally, am much more likely to examine a link posted by someone if they explain what it is about and that explanation is both interesting and relevant.