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Galen Wolfe-Pauly (Tlon) on Urbit and the Architecture of the Internet (EP.176)
Feb 8, 2021
Galen Wolfe-Pauly, cofounder of Tlon, discusses the purpose of Urbit and its resistance to deplatforming. They explore the politicization of internet infrastructure, the limitations of centralized networks, and the concept of users owning their content. They also dive into the evolution of the internet, the challenges of internet platforms, and how to get involved with Urbit.
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Quick takeaways
- Urbit aims to provide an alternative to the current internet infrastructure with user control and privacy.
- The politicization of internet platforms and infrastructure highlights the need for alternative platforms like Urbit.
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The Roadmap for Urbit's Viability
Urbit aims to revisit the Urbit project to understand its roadmap and viability beyond the basic explainer level. They have made strides in usability, making it easier to use without the command line. The goal is to provide an alternative to the current internet infrastructure and offer a platform where individuals have control over their computing.
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