Btw, I found WireMin is kind of interesting.

It’s an dapp, actually a decentralized social network, but more than Nostr, that’s how they described themselves. https://www.alchemy.com/dapps/wiremin

  • Wothe@lemmy.worldOP
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    1 year ago

    For some clarification:

    You first need to understand the meaning of “dapp”: dapp stands for decentralized application.

    “Decentralized” means there is no central server.

    Central server: This is essentially a cloud storage that retains data. Major tech companies like Google, Twitter, and Facebook all have central servers where they store user data, such as chat histories, usernames, passwords, contact lists, and online activities. They might sell this data to advertisers. Platforms like Twitter might use it to train their AI models or refine algorithms to predict users’ interests, thereby keeping users engaged with their platforms or apps. Moreover, a centralized platform can be likened to a paradise for hackers, as they only need to breach one server to obtain a wealth of sensitive data. (I assume everybody knows cloud is just another computer.)

    On the other hand, “decentralized”, as the term suggests, means there’s no central server. Consequently:

    • Your data isn’t stored on a central server (someone else’s computer); you keep your own security.
    • No one can moderate or remove your content, ensuring free speech and avoiding censorship.
    • No entities, like Google for example, can access data such as your browsing history.
    • Your account is less susceptible to hacks since there isn’t a singular server to target, unless of course, you share your password.

    The reason a search for “dapp” often leads to results about cryptocurrencies is that networks like WireMin are decentralized. “Decentralized” in the current context often relates to web3. Today, when most people aim to learn about or enter the realm of web3, they’re introduced to concepts like cryptocurrency and NFTs.

    However, to me, web3 signifies more than just the crypto world; it embodies the decentralized (or democratic) concept. Big tech companies represent the web2 era since they operate in a centralized and often monopolistic manner, influencing our perceptions by controlling media content. Personally, I find this concerning, which is why I’m gradually transitioning to decentralized networks like WireMin and messaging platforms like SimpleX, while WireMin offers similar functionalities, Signal does not.

    I think I explained myself clear, thank you. 🫠