The Internet I Grew Up with Doesn't Exist Anymore

The internet many of us grew up with—decentralized, experimental, and independent—has largely disappeared. According to a post on Hacker News, that shift reflects a larger transformation: the web has evolved toward centralized platforms and algorithmic control, displacing an era of diverse voices and open exploration.

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