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How civilization came to be and how social media is ending it (erikhoel.substack.com)
32 points by ehlesmes on Sept 6, 2022 | hide | past | favorite | 3 comments



> ... all social media does is allow us to overcome Dunbar’s number, which dismantled a barrier erected at the beginning of civilization.

What a great line.

Imho, social media's contribution to society is making it possible for anyone to extend the number of people they reach. Like it or not, this is/was the promise of the internet - make it easier to connect with people across the world. All social media companies (Twitter, FB, IG, TikTok) simply build a common platform and define the parameters of the media. The usage of it is manifestation of who we are as a species.


A brilliant longread with unexpected conclusion.


I just read the article after reading this comment. You weren't kidding! That was a really great read and one of the most original things I've come across recently.




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