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Nostalgia

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nostalgia noun nos·tal·gia nä-ˈstal-jə nə-, also nȯ-, nō-; nə-ˈstäl- 1: a wistful or excessively sentimental yearning for return to or of some past period or irrecoverable condition also : something that evokes nostalgia

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1. Respectful Nostalgia Share nostalgic content and memories respectfully. Avoid offensive or insensitive references that may be hurtful to others.

2. Relevant Nostalgia Posts should focus on nostalgic content, including memories, media, and cultural references from the past. Stay on topic to preserve the nostalgic theme of the community.

3. Source Verification If you share nostalgic media or content, provide accurate sources or background information when possible.

4. No Spamming Avoid excessive posting of similar nostalgic topics to keep content diverse and engaging for all members.

5. Positive Discussions Encourage positive discussions and interactions related to nostalgic topics. Respect different viewpoints and memories shared by community members.

6. Quality Content Strive to post high-quality content that sparks nostalgia and meaningful conversations among members.

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By adhering to these rules and guidelines, we can create a welcoming and enjoyable space to relive nostalgic moments together. If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to reach out to the moderators. Thank you for sharing your nostalgia responsibly!

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[–] InternetUser2012@midwest.social 46 points 5 months ago (3 children)

Back when the internet wasn't trash, before the corporate world ruined it.

[–] bolexforsoup@lemmy.blahaj.zone 62 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) (1 children)
[–] barsquid@lemmy.world 16 points 5 months ago (1 children)

So true. Fun trash, like playing with cardboard boxes. Then monetization came along and started dumping raw sewage in our garages.

[–] bolexforsoup@lemmy.blahaj.zone 8 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago)

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[–] XTL@sopuli.xyz 22 points 5 months ago (1 children)

Oh, web had been full of trash long by 1999. Which is why the ad was worded like it is.

[–] InternetUser2012@midwest.social 7 points 5 months ago (2 children)

It was still way better than the shit we have now. We need a new internet.

[–] AtariDump@lemmy.world 8 points 5 months ago

Let’s build a new one, with blackjack and hookers.

Forget the blackjack!

[–] newtraditionalists@beehaw.org 4 points 5 months ago

I mean, we're kind of on it now. So it's a step at least lol

[–] xXxOxhamxXx@beehaw.org 2 points 5 months ago

Pre-enshittification.