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This magazine is dedicated to discussions on the federated social networking ecosystem, which includes decentralized and open-source social media platforms. Whether you are a user, developer, or simply interested in the concept of decentralized social media, this is the place for you. Here you can share your knowledge, ask questions, and engage in discussions on topics such as the benefits and challenges of decentralized social media, new and existing federated platforms, and more. From the latest developments and trends to ethical considerations and the future of federated social media, this category covers a wide range of topics related to the Fediverse.

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Can someone help me with a few kbin/lemmy questions? I'm trying to understand the difference between the upvote and "boost". Also the differences between Threads, Microblog, and Magazines. (kbin.social)
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Can someone help me with a few kbin/lemmy questions? I'm trying to understand the difference between the upvote and "boost". Also the differences between Threads, Microblog, and Magazines.

TYIA!

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

@acunasdaddy

In kbin, magazines are based on topics. Users can start threads within a magazine and upvote or downvote in any threads. An upvote is the equivalent of a like or favorite on other platforms. If you boost a thread comment, that is the same as boosting or sharing on another platform.

kbin also has microblogging which is the same as Mastodon, and you can boost and upvote microblogs as well.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

@symfonystation

Ok, thanks. So if I want to Toot like on Mastodon, out into the void of Kbin, I use Microblog? And I want to discuss a specific theme, I use a magazine in the relevant topic?

@acunasdaddy

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

@CurlyMoustache

@acunasdaddy Yes. Use the add new link under the + sign drop down menu to create a thread. Be sure to add hashtags to your microblog post so people can find it. Have fun.