Mastodon isn't the only solution to run a server. He mentions that a single binary, smaller sized server is necessary. I would say, either that or a PHP based

Mastodon isn't the only solution to run a server. He mentions that a single binary, smaller sized server is necessary. I would say, either that or a PHP based one. It is not difficult to run Friendica on something like dreamhost. It might not be as instant with delivery, but more than enough for an individual or a small group.