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> Founded in 2005 by web developer Steve Huffman and entrepreneur Alexis Ohanian, Reddit became best known for its niche discussion groups and its users voting
by amadeuspagel 3y ago
> Founded in 2005 by web developer Steve Huffman and entrepreneur Alexis Ohanian, Reddit became best known for its niche discussion groups and its users voting "up" or "down" on the content posted by other members.
It really is a bizarre mechanic. We are so used to this that it's funny to see it described in this terms, with quotes.