I look at the least problematic or ideologically “pure” tech options, from Linux to DRM-free media.
Mastodon
Social network review: Mastodon (2025 edition)
I take an updated look at the current state of Mastodon, as well as my feelings about the federated social network.
Features an ideal social network should have
I give my thoughts on what criteria should make up an ideal social network, and why we might not see such anytime soon.
Recommended Twitter alternatives (2025 edition)
A look at my recommended alternatives to Twitter, for those seeking an alternative to Elon Musk’s social network.
Two years after Musk’s Twitter takeover: a look at the state of alternatives
Two years after Elon Musk’s takeover of Twitter, it’s obvious users should switch to anything else. I take a look at how Mastodon and Bluesky are faring.
President Biden is now on the fediverse
With Meta’s Threads activating ActivityPub support, one significant user has joined the “fediverse”: President Biden.
Recommended Twitter alternatives
A look at Twitter alternatives, from Twitter replacements like Mastodon to old-school standbys like Facebook.
A year of Twitter under Elon Musk; also, the current state of Twitter alternatives
A look at the state of Twitter since Elon Musk bought the social network a year ago. Also, my recommended Twitter alternatives.
Social network review: Bluesky
My review of Bluesky, the new Twitter-like federated social network that’s currently in an invite-only beta.
Six months of Twitter under Elon Musk; also, the current state of Twitter alternatives
Six months into Elon Musk buying Twitter, I take a look at the state of affairs for the social network, and what alternatives exist.