> Social media [..] were uniquely effective at delivering near real-time breaking updates > I don't really know of a way to replicate that in other systems Us

> Social media [..] were uniquely effective at delivering near real-time breaking updates > I don't really know of a way to replicate that in other systems Usenet, IRC, mailing lists, news websites, web forums, RSS feeds, etc. We had plenty of breaking news sources. It just wasn't as convenient as posting on twitter or looking at an endless trending feed. We've gained convenience, at the cost of our health. And ironically, what's become easier is the pushing of "breaking news" that isn't actually important, but will sure get eyeballs on screens and enraged replies. "Kayne said WHAT???" Who in the fuck cares? Why are we hearing about this in real time? Why are we allowing ourselves to be deluged in shit?