2.5 Admins 2.5 Admins 259: New Web?
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Aug 7, 2025 The hosts tackle the chaos of the current web, debating whether a new version is even feasible amid AI scraping and aggressive tracking. They discuss the challenges of fostering sustainable online communities free from advertising pressures, emphasizing moderation and community growth. Practical tips for setting up servers in unique environments, like garages filled with woodworking tools, are offered, focusing on safety and climate control. They also explore the intricacies of managing power in these setups, highlighting the need for dedicated circuits.
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Web as a Predatory Web
- The current web is overwhelmed by AI scraping and ad tracking, making it a "sticky ball of yuck."
- The metaphor of a "web" seems fitting as it now traps and exploits users like predators.
Internet Culture Dilution
- The internet culture deteriorated when it opened massively to unacculturated users who don’t engage responsibly.
- This shift diluted the culture and allowed bad actors and behaviors to dominate.
Scaling Community Moderation Challenges
- Putting up websites mostly aims to make money or share something meaningful, but scaling moderation is hard.
- Too many users quickly can change community culture negatively, reproducing pervasive internet problems.
