I was making a few thousand dollars there, so I’m not sure how I can earn the same amount here, who’s supposed to pay, and why I would need to pay to someone for my content

#3 for sure, but I don't think this network protocol is it. Something like ION for fully decentralized identity and then self hosted Peergos for social graph and media would work. The p2p network should self-organize, having these proxy servers as a necessity is a huge weak point. Still going to tr...

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This. It's an inconvenient truth. As with everything in life you need to build the skills to adapt to new situations. Most people fell they are "not technical" but can still use an iPhone, email, a webbrowser, EBay, Facbook, etc. Sadly in order for people to feel the need for change they need t...

when I first started learning about bitcoin I was convinced everyone would want to run their own node. after learning lighting I'm convinced everyone is fine with having a hosted wallet. too much friction for the average

Think of it this way: When TikTok removes one of your videos or bans you completely, it’s not “censorship”. They are a marketplace and you are the product. They are just choosing which products they want to sell (ie to advertisers). If they don’t like a product (ie you) they don’t have to ...

I'm in favor of 2, I'm not quite ready for 3, but will get there one day. Question now is, which relays to support and who to pay?

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4) get a sugar daddy

*takes all 3*

only one of these options affords you an opportunity for privacy.