From acfc07a47bc84a16039616088fa26a5c35cf1743 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: alexpdp7 Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 08:48:44 +0100 Subject: Add a quick litmus test --- misc/internet-communication-channels.md | 6 ++++++ 1 file changed, 6 insertions(+) (limited to 'misc/internet-communication-channels.md') diff --git a/misc/internet-communication-channels.md b/misc/internet-communication-channels.md index c0edf89e..a40ce7df 100644 --- a/misc/internet-communication-channels.md +++ b/misc/internet-communication-channels.md @@ -23,6 +23,12 @@ This text is long, and just reading and processing it might take more time than The alternatives I describe certainly have drawbacks compared to the services I am asking you to avoid. However, in the long run I think making an extra effort to make an informed choice pays off. +## A quick litmus test + +If you only thing about a single thing, then think about this: how many independent clients are for this communication channel? + +How tightly the people behind the channel control clients is a good indicator of how much they want to maximize profits. + ## Alternatives ### Instant messaging -- cgit v1.2.3