Social network is an indispensable part of our modern life. We use social network to connect, communicate, share and update information about various fields. However, traditional social networks also have limitations and problems regarding privacy, censorship, algorithms and data management. To solve these problems, a new social network platform has emerged: Bluesky.
Bluesky is a decentralized social network platform, developed in parallel with X (formerly Twitter). This platform has a user interface similar to X, but allows users to choose their own algorithms, link designs and community rules. Bluesky operates on an open protocol, called Authenticated Transfer Protocol (ATP), which allows different servers to communicate with each other. The special thing here is that users can manage their own servers when joining Bluesky.
Servers are where user data is stored and processed on social networks. On traditional social network platforms, servers are usually managed and controlled by service providers. This means that users have to follow the rules and policies of the providers, as well as being affected by the algorithms and censorship mechanisms. In addition, users also face the risk of losing data or leaking personal information when servers are attacked or malfunctioning.
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On Bluesky, users can manage their own servers, by using personal data repositories, called Personal Data Repositories (PDRs). PDRs are places where user data is stored on different platforms, such as personal computers, smartphones, external hard drives, or cloud services. Users can choose where to store their PDRs, as well as decide who can access them. When users post on Bluesky, the post will be stored on their PDRs, and only distributed to other servers when requested. This helps users have the right to control their data, as well as protect their privacy and security.
It also allows users to customize their content and experience on social networks. Users can choose different algorithms to sort and filter posts, as well as set rules and criteria for their communities. Users can also join different applications, which are sub-social networks using the ATP protocol, to explore different topics and user groups. Bluesky encourages the creativity and diversity of users, as well as respects their choices and freedom.
This is considered an important step in the field of social network, as Bluesky solves the problems that traditional platforms face. Bluesky also opens up new possibilities for users, as they can manage their own servers, as well as customize their content and experience. Bluesky is a social network platform of the future, a platform that users can trust and participate in.