I think the most enjoyable feature is that there is no algorithm in Fediverse. And decentralization means that if you host your own server for Pixelfed (instagram equivalent) for example, your data will go offline at the moment you disconnect your server from the internet.

Lemmy is great alternative for Reddit especially if you're into tech.

[–] Lazylazycat@lemmy.world 0 points 2 years ago (1 children)

What do you mean by "no algorithm"? There must be something controlling the order of "hot" vs "new"? Or do you mean the kind of algorithm that shows you suggested communities?

[–] Caoldence222@lemmy.world 0 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) (1 children)

Yeah, there's an "algorithm" here but rather than a black box of trade secrets and manipulation it's entirely open source, and mathematically simple.

mastodon idk, it probably has a similar algo for its Explore page but I think the user feed is just made up of posts from people you follow in chrono order.

[–] Sheltac@lemmy.world 1 points 2 years ago

mathematically simple

And, as far as I can see, neutral. Doesn’t put you in a bubble like other social networks do, because it’s not trying to milk you for engagement.

[–] Lazylazycat@lemmy.world 0 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Thanks mate.

[–] voodooattack@lemmy.world 0 points 2 years ago

Also you don’t need a blue check mark to post relatively longer paragraphs.

[–] MaxVoltage@lemmy.world -3 points 2 years ago

It's not like here at all. No shitposts. Only people who use their real name and work for some non profit sharing their highly intelligent news bulletins. I haven't found any memes