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Will the Fediverse create an even bigger gap between political views? in c/[email protected]

[–] ElkanNixed 4 points 4 weeks ago (1 children)

Yes of course I knew there was always a gap, but the last decade or so it feels like its getting bigger and bigger, also because of social media. Same with Truth Social, there probably only "right wingers" there agreeing on each other's opinions without needing a discussion.

Will the Fediverse create an even bigger gap between political views? in c/[email protected]

[–] ElkanNixed 4 points 4 weeks ago (1 children)

Yeah I wholeheartedly agree on that, and I am very happy that there are alternatives like this getting more traction.

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Will the Fediverse create an even bigger gap between political views? (self.asklemmy)

submitted 4 weeks ago by ElkanNixed to c/[email protected]

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As the title suggests, now that more people are moving from Reddit, Twitter, Facebook and whatnot towards platforms on Fediverse and Bluesky, will that not create an even bigger split between political views? Most people who are not afraid of big tech and its influence will probably stay there.

We were already not always able to communicate and discuss certain topics as normal human beings, but now we probably won't even see each other's posts.

What do you think?

YSK You can browse, upvote, reply, follow and post on Lemmy using a Mastodon account. Short guide. in c/[email protected]

[–] ElkanNixed 20 points 4 weeks ago (8 children)

The fact that The Fediverse apps are compatible with each other is amazing. This in theory means that one can create your own Fediverse app as long as its compliant to the specifications, right? For example, we could create a LinkedIn clone or something similar?

How do you cope with the amount of shit that goes on in the world? in c/[email protected]

[–] ElkanNixed 5 points 1 month ago

I recently started learning to play guitar and am addicted to it. Really keeps you in the moment and makes your forget the current state of the world while playing, at least for a bit.

What is your stance on Spotify? in c/[email protected]

[–] ElkanNixed 4 points 1 month ago

I am personally using and Qobuz and Tidal (because they complement each other in certain genres), but for my kids and wife we have a Spotify family subscription. They like all the crap songs on there, so I will probably have a hard time getting rid of Spotify.

UPDATE: Best Maps alternative in c/[email protected]

[–] ElkanNixed 3 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago)

For general maps usage and looking things up, I use OsmAnd Maps. It does have navigation, but it lacks live traffic information. So whenever I have to drive somewhere, I'll use TomTom GO.

[Discussion] What games are you playing on your deck? - August 2023 in c/[email protected]

[–] ElkanNixed 2 points 2 years ago

Working my way through the first few Resident Evil games. Currently playing the second remake one.

When sleeping, door open or closed? in c/[email protected]

[–] ElkanNixed 3 points 2 years ago

I don't have a door

Should I play Dark Souls original or Remaster? in c/[email protected]

[–] ElkanNixed 1 points 2 years ago (1 children)

I played the original on PC, but had to use some mods to fix some stuff. Also, the framerate is horrible in certain places. I definitely recommend playing the Remaster unless you need an extra challenge.

What is everyone getting this Steam sale? in c/[email protected]

[–] ElkanNixed 3 points 2 years ago

Got a few smaller ones from my wishlist: Sword & Sworcery, To The Moon, Antichamber, Her Story, Undertale, Sorcery! 1-4, Reigns, Call of the Sea and Overboard!

Steam Summer Sale starts tomorrow: What's on your wishlist for the Steam Deck? in c/[email protected]

[–] ElkanNixed 3 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Looks like it's on sale.. 20% off. I'm in doubt, not sure if I'm going to use it as much as I think.

I was finally able to delete my Google account. in c/[email protected]

[–] ElkanNixed 2 points 2 years ago

Yep I did the same thing, but running a private Invidious instance (frontend for YouTube) with only subscribed to the channels I really want to watch. Result is no more infinite rabbit hole of recommended videos, just the ones I really want to watch.