Posts tagged “online communities”

After 20 years running online communities, I know "inclusive" and "safe" are mutually exclusive at the extremes. Eventually you must choose who to exclude. My advice: define your space clearly, own your choices, let incompatible communities fragment naturally, and don't agonize over free speech obligations.

Slashdot launched a subscription service, sparking controversy. But the real gem is this anonymous rant against advertising in the comments thread. Fantastic writing, and honestly, I agree with a lot of it.