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The true problem is who makes up [4chan/slashdot/reddit/digg/whatever's next].
There will always be a smaller group that was there from early on, and helped form the place and make it great. The site gains popularity, and suddenly has swarms of the general public participating. It's no longer about specific topics of interest, but loads of image macros and other retarded but mildly amusing things. At some point, these new people and content overpower the originals, and the place "goes to hell".
I think I've read that the same phenomenon happens with neighborhoods, and really any sort of community.
Comment by lovesthetrees at 17/02/2010 at 16:57 UTC
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So what is the answer? start a new private site? invite only? I think it's a good idea and am willing to help.
Its good because the quality stays high, while still letting others view, just not submit. Like FFFFound!