The Internet Rhymes: Lessons from the Evolution of Social Media
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The Internet Rhymes: Lessons from the Evolution of Social Media
semi‐public parlors where people choose their company and set their own rules, spaces that prioritize continuity over reach and coherence over chaos. People will show up not to go viral, but to be seen in context. None of this is about escaping the social internet, but about reclaiming its scale, pace, and purpose.
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