Before we delve into the subject, let's briefly describe what
Usenet is. Originating in the late 1970s, Usenet is one of
the original Internet systems, predating the World Wide Web.
It operates as a decentralized network of servers, where
users can post articles or messages, organized into
newsgroups based on subjects. These messages are then
propagated across the network.
Now, let's compare this to modern social media platforms like
Facebook or Twitter, which are centralized, highly controlled
environments. Content that violates the rules set by these
corporations is routinely removed or flagged, and users who
consistently break the rules can be banned from the platform
entirely.
Anonymity and Free Speech on Usenet
One of the most striking features of Usenet is its provision
for anonymity. On Usenet, you can post messages without
revealing your real identity. You don't have to provide a name,
phone number, or any other personally identifiable information
when posting. This contrasts sharply with the 'real name'
policies of Facebook and the verification process of Twitter,
which require substantial disclosure of personal information.
More...
https://www.newsdemon.com/blog/the-future-of-free-speech-usenet
Before we delve into the subject, let's briefly describe what
Usenet is. Originating in the late 1970s, Usenet is one of
the original Internet systems, predating the World Wide Web.
It operates as a decentralized network of servers, where
users can post articles or messages, organized into
newsgroups based on subjects. These messages are then
propagated across the network.
Now, let's compare this to modern social media platforms like
Facebook or Twitter, which are centralized, highly controlled
environments. Content that violates the rules set by these
corporations is routinely removed or flagged, and users who
consistently break the rules can be banned from the platform
entirely.
Anonymity and Free Speech on Usenet
One of the most striking features of Usenet is its provision
for anonymity. On Usenet, you can post messages without
revealing your real identity. You don't have to provide a name,
phone number, or any other personally identifiable information
when posting. This contrasts sharply with the 'real name'
policies of Facebook and the verification process of Twitter,
which require substantial disclosure of personal information.
More...
https://www.newsdemon.com/blog/the-future-of-free-speech-usenet
On 2025-10-31 22:04:14 +0000, Tintin said:
Before we delve into the subject, let's briefly describe what
Usenet is. Originating in the late 1970s, Usenet is one of
the original Internet systems, predating the World Wide Web.
It operates as a decentralized network of servers, where
users can post articles or messages, organized into
newsgroups based on subjects. These messages are then
propagated across the network.
Now, let's compare this to modern social media platforms like
Facebook or Twitter, which are centralized, highly controlled
environments. Content that violates the rules set by these
corporations is routinely removed or flagged, and users who
consistently break the rules can be banned from the platform
entirely.
Anonymity and Free Speech on Usenet
One of the most striking features of Usenet is its provision
for anonymity. On Usenet, you can post messages without
revealing your real identity. You don't have to provide a name,
phone number, or any other personally identifiable information
when posting. This contrasts sharply with the 'real name'
policies of Facebook and the verification process of Twitter,
which require substantial disclosure of personal information.
More...
https://www.newsdemon.com/blog/the-future-of-free-speech-usenet
Despite what many people like to believe, you're NEVER anonymous on teh internet, and that includes Usenet. If it is really worth some
authority's time to track you down, they can and will.
Before we delve into the subject, let's briefly describe what
Usenet is. Originating in the late 1970s, Usenet is one of
the original Internet systems, predating the World Wide Web.
It operates as a decentralized network of servers, where
users can post articles or messages, organized into
newsgroups based on subjects. These messages are then
propagated across the network.
Now, let's compare this to modern social media platforms like
Facebook or Twitter, which are centralized, highly controlled
environments. Content that violates the rules set by these
corporations is routinely removed or flagged, and users who
consistently break the rules can be banned from the platform
entirely.
Anonymity and Free Speech on Usenet
One of the most striking features of Usenet is its provision
for anonymity. On Usenet, you can post messages without
Before we delve into the subject, let's briefly describe whatInjection-Info: news.tcpreset.net
Usenet is.
[in reply to ReK2 Hispagatos <rek2@usenet_reborn.tui>]
On Oct 31, 2025 at 6:04:14 PM EDT, "Tintin" <[email protected]> wrote: want. That's why you always see protesters/street preachers/religious nutbags/etc. on PUBLIC property.
Free speech does NOT apply to private property. The owner of such property - you, me or any non-government entity/business/whatever - CAN stop you. If you don't sit down/shut up/get off the property when requested by the property owner, the police will be called and you will be forceably removed. At that point you are trespassing on the private property. This is why "protests" on college campuses get shut down by police. Unless it is a state-funded college, it is private property and no one on that property has "freedom of speech" unless the owners of the private property give their permission. Which will rarely happen, because then the property owner could also be held liable for any consequences of the speech.
[in reply to ReK2 Hispagatos <rek2@usenet_reborn.tui>]
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On 03.11.25 18:30, ReK2 Hispagatos wrote:
[in reply to ReK2 Hispagatos <rek2@usenet_reborn.tui>]
hispagatos.org
Is this a kind of a "kindergarten" for retired people?
On 2025-11-04 11:52, Jörg Lorenz wrote:
On 03.11.25 18:30, ReK2 Hispagatos wrote:
[in reply to ReK2 Hispagatos <rek2@usenet_reborn.tui>]
hispagatos.org
Is this a kind of a "kindergarten" for retired people?
AI Overview
Hispagatos is an
anarchist hacker collective that operates a Mastodon instance and
promotes hacker ethics and libertarian socialist ideas. The collective
uses its platform to discuss topics related to modern anarchism, social struggles, and organizing actions on networks like i2p.
Anarchist and hacker roots: The collective is founded on principles
of anarchist philosophy and the ethical guidelines outlined by Steven
Levy's hacker ethics.
Online presence: They run a Mastodon server as a way to build and maintain their community.
Goals: Hispagatos aims to create a space for a hacker culture,
share information, and organize activities, with a focus on the decentralization of power.
They have been active for decades.
Hispagatos is an anarchist hacker collective [...]
They have been active for decades.
Carlos E.R. wrote:
Hispagatos is an anarchist hacker collective [...]
They have been active for decades.
I recognise the Rek2 name from newsgroups (not necessarily this one)
over the years.
One of the most striking features of Usenet is its provision
for anonymity. On Usenet, you can post messages without
revealing your real identity. You don't have to provide a name,
phone number, or any other personally identifiable information
when posting. This contrasts sharply with the 'real name'
policies of Facebook and the verification process of Twitter,
which require substantial disclosure of personal information.
On 1/11/2025 6:04 am, Tintin wrote:
One of the most striking features of Usenet is its provision
for anonymity. On Usenet, you can post messages without
revealing your real identity. You don't have to provide a name,
phone number, or any other personally identifiable information
when posting. This contrasts sharply with the 'real name'
policies of Facebook and the verification process of Twitter,
which require substantial disclosure of personal information.
Then how could one postively identify you? What's the point of going anonymous when communicating with others? Terrorism? Criminal activities? :)
There are plenty of good reasons which are growing in the current global climate of repression and targeting based on ideology and authoritarianism. "Criminality" is a label used by some to pretend that anonymity is the
threat rather than a reaction to the real threat.
It's perfectly possible to develop an anonymous identity without being identifiable irl.
On 7/11/2025 12:26 am, Chris wrote:
sm? Criminal activities? :)
There are plenty of good reasons which are growing in the current global
climate of repression and targeting based on ideology and authoritarianism. >> "Criminality" is a label used by some to pretend that anonymity is the
threat rather than a reaction to the real threat.
It's perfectly possible to develop an anonymous identity without being
identifiable irl.
I think the problem is not anonoymity, but locating you in physical
reality. There is no need to stay anonymous if nobody can locate you.
On 7/11/2025 12:26 am, Chris wrote: sm? Criminal activities? :)
There are plenty of good reasons which are growing in the current
global climate of repression and targeting based on ideology and
authoritarianism. "Criminality" is a label used by some to pretend
that anonymity is the threat rather than a reaction to the real
threat.
It's perfectly possible to develop an anonymous identity without
being identifiable irl.
I think the problem is not anonymity, but locating you in physical
reality. There is no need to stay anonymous if nobody can locate
you.
These days if the nuts know your REAL identity but not your physical location, they still can attack you online. But worse they also can go
after your family, friends, business, etc. That info in detail is often available. Thanks Google. And even if there is no physical contact, the online threats can be very uncomfortable...
On 7/11/2025 11:57 pm, AJL wrote:
These days if the nuts know your REAL identity but not your
physical location, they still can attack you online. But worse they
also can go after your family, friends, business, etc. That info in
detail is often available. Thanks Google. And even if there is no
physical contact, the online threats can be very uncomfortable...
And hence using fake names or aliases? :)
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