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Before we delve into the subject, let's briefly describe what
Usenet is. Originating in the late 1970s, Usenet is one of
the original Internet systems, predating the World Wide Web.
It operates as a decentralized network of servers, where
users can post articles or messages, organized into
newsgroups based on subjects. These messages are then
propagated across the network.

Now, let's compare this to modern social media platforms like
Facebook or Twitter, which are centralized, highly controlled
environments. Content that violates the rules set by these
corporations is routinely removed or flagged, and users who
consistently break the rules can be banned from the platform
entirely.

Anonymity and Free Speech on Usenet

One of the most striking features of Usenet is its provision
for anonymity. On Usenet, you can post messages without
revealing your real identity. You don't have to provide a name,
phone number, or any other personally identifiable information
when posting. This contrasts sharply with the 'real name'
policies of Facebook and the verification process of Twitter,
which require substantial disclosure of personal information.

More...

https://www.newsdemon.com/blog/the-future-of-free-speech-usenet


























































































































































































































































































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From Newsgroup: soc.culture.irish

Why did Tintin post circa 282 blank lines at the end of news:1761948455.98e0e67ea0e36a44c908f742e6fad364da37f7dd5d0e53af2cd2287685bcd567@m2usenet.local

On Fri, 31 Oct 2025, Tintin wrote: |--------------------------------------------------------------|
|"Before we delve into the subject, let's briefly describe what|
|Usenet is. Originating in the late 1970s, Usenet is one of |
|the original Internet systems, predating the World Wide Web." | |--------------------------------------------------------------|

The USENET may had been originally implemented by UUCP without the
Internet.

|--------------------------------------------------------------|
|"Now, let's compare this to modern social media platforms like|
|Facebook or Twitter, which are centralized, highly controlled |
|environments. Content that violates the rules set by these |
|corporations is routinely removed" | |--------------------------------------------------------------|

LinkedIn removes contents which are legal which do not violate any
LinkedIn rule. Cf. HTTPS://Gloucester.Insomnia247.NL/drochdhliodoiri/Scholastica_or_LinkedIn_connivance/
LinkedIn refuses to obey laws and hypocritically pretends to do so.
LinkedIn does not remove all things on LinkedIn which violate a LinkedIn
rule.

|---------------------------------------------------------------|
|"Anonymity and Free Speech on Usenet |
| |
|One of the most striking features of Usenet is its provision |
|for anonymity. On Usenet, you can post messages without |
|revealing your real identity. You don't have to provide a name,|
|phone number, or any other personally identifiable information |
|when posting." | |---------------------------------------------------------------|

Anonymity on a website or in an email is illegal according to Germany
(except an exception) or Austria. Anonymity on the USENET could be illegal according to e.g. Austria.
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