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    From David B.@David@hotmail.co.uk to alt.computer.workshop,uk.comp.sys.mac on Mon Sep 28 08:55:24 2026
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    Code for the People | A Film by Bao Nguyen | Full Documentary
    (20 minutes)

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8lQijrTaaGg

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    133,524 views 9 Jul 2026 #FreeInternet #Documentary #OpenSource

    The open web is arguably the worldrCOs most vital invisible utilityrCoand
    it is under siege.

    We have traded a free internet for a collection of walled gardens.
    Today, a handful of digital landlords use algorithms to dictate our
    reality, while closed AI threatens to change the ways we connect. We are
    at a breaking point: we can either let gatekeepers continue to
    consolidate their power, or we can reclaim the open source spirit that
    built the web in the first place.

    The future of the internet is being decided right now and it needs our help.

    From acclaimed director Bao Nguyen (BTS, Be Water, The Greatest Night
    in Pop), Code for the People is a documentary short exploring the past, present, and contested future of the open web.

    While more than 40% of the internet runs on open source WordPress, this
    film is about something much bigger than software. It is a cinematic interrogation of what the internet is actually for, who gets to own it,
    and what it takes to keep it free.

    Releasing Summer 2026 with flagship premieres in San Francisco and New
    York taking place in July.

    The web belongs to all of us. Help build and support what comes next by getting involved.


    Efou GET INVOLVED
    raA Learn more: https://codeforthepeople.com
    raA WordPress: https://wordpress.org/
    raA Follow the film: / codeforthepeoplefilm
    / codeforthepeoplefilm
    https://bsky.app/profile/codeforthepe...
    https://x.com/codefortheppl



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  • From Apd@not@all.invalid to alt.computer.workshop,uk.comp.sys.mac on Mon Sep 28 11:43:23 2026
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    On 28/09/2026 08:55, David B. cited:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8lQijrTaaGg

    We have traded a free internet for a collection of walled gardens.

    Some people have but we still use Usenet. I notice they have a presence
    on Twitter (X), a walled garden.

    Code for the People is a documentary short exploring the past,
    present, and contested future of the open web.

    Hardly a documentary. It jumps around like a kid on speed. It's more a presentation of what Automattic (a corp.) provides.

    While more than 40% of the internet runs on open source WordPress, this
    film is about something much bigger than software.

    Not really. It's a thinly disguised advert for WordPress.

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  • From David B.@David@hotmail.co.uk to alt.computer.workshop,uk.comp.sys.mac on Mon Sep 28 11:58:40 2026
    From Newsgroup: uk.comp.sys.mac

    On 28/09/2026 11:43, Apd wrote:
    On 28/09/2026 08:55, David B. cited:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8lQijrTaaGg

    We have traded a free internet for a collection of walled gardens.

    Some people have but we still use Usenet.

    Indeed we do!

    I notice they have a presence
    on Twitter (X), a walled garden.

    That is what I would have expected.
    Have you ever considered who is PAYING for Usenet?
    Code for the People is a documentary short exploring the past,
    present, and contested future of the open web.

    Hardly a documentary. It jumps around like a kid on speed. It's more a presentation of what Automattic (a corp.) provides.

    I found it an interesting presentation!

    While more than 40% of the internet runs on open source WordPress, this
    film is about something much bigger than software.

    Not really. It's a thinly disguised advert for WordPress.


    I'm truly shocked that you think that!

    Are you questioning the openness of WordPress?

    If it's good enough for Howard Oakley, it's good enough for me.

    https://eclecticlight.co/category/painting/

    (He advertises WP at the bottom left of all of his pages!)

    Have YOU considered having a permanent presence on the Internet by
    utilising a Wordpress site?
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  • From Apd@not@all.invalid to alt.computer.workshop,uk.comp.sys.mac on Mon Sep 28 13:15:43 2026
    From Newsgroup: uk.comp.sys.mac

    On 28/09/2026 11:58, David B. wrote:
    On 28/09/2026 11:43, Apd wrote:
    I notice they have a presence
    on Twitter (X), a walled garden.

    That is what I would have expected.

    Then they're not practising what they preach.

    Have you ever considered who is PAYING for Usenet?

    You are. Otherwise, those who provide a free service are doing it as a
    hobby or philanthropic gesture and are often supported by donations from users.

    Hardly a documentary. It jumps around like a kid on speed. It's more a
    presentation of what Automattic (a corp.) provides.

    I found it an interesting presentation!

    Whilst I agree about not living in walled gardens and promotion of open source, I found it irritating.

    It's a thinly disguised advert for WordPress.

    I'm truly shocked that you think that!

    You can't be. Think more critically.

    Are you questioning the openness of WordPress?

    No. The open part (wordpress.org) is supported by Automattic; the free (limited options) and paid for part (wordpress.com) is run by them for
    profit. I've no problem with either.

    Have YOU considered having a permanent presence on the Internet by
    utilising a Wordpress site?

    I already have one.

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