Lack of even remotely niche content (aside from Linux and infosec content)
Generally very pessimistic userbase
Lacks polish and features in many areas
Currently trends towards extremist echo chambers - the fact that .ml (an instance known for banning criticism of violent, racist, authoritarian governments) is one of the biggest instances, is a good example of this.
tends to be extremely hostile to any sort of monitization, regardless of the quality or cost to produce content
Like:
Decentralized system that limits abuse
Great customizaion
It works (unlike much of the competition)
Dislike:
Lack of even remotely niche content (aside from Linux and infosec content)
Generally very pessimistic userbase
Lacks polish and features in many areas
Currently trends towards extremist echo chambers - the fact that .ml (an instance known for banning criticism of violent, racist, authoritarian governments) is one of the biggest instances, is a good example of this.
tends to be extremely hostile to any sort of monitization, regardless of the quality or cost to produce content
This is a good thing, seeing as how monetization has ruined other things, the web newspapers in particular.