Sure. It's probably more helpful to think of this (like almost all things) on a spectrum. HN is definitely on the social media end of the spectrum. For example

Sure. It's probably more helpful to think of this (like almost all things) on a spectrum. HN is definitely on the social media end of the spectrum. For example, all your listed examples have very hands-on and comprehensive, opinionated editorial control. HN has moderation, but not really editorial control per se.