Show Notes
Is the internet less fun than it used to be? Join us in this episode of Outside the Fox as we journey through the evolution of the internet over the past 20 years with Mozilla’s Brandon Borrman. We discuss the transition from intimate, niche communities to today's always-on, data-driven web. What have we lost? What have we gained? Are aspects of the old internet making a comeback? Dive into this nostalgic exploration of the web's past, present and future! Discover how online culture has evolved, the impact of data privacy and the resurgence of decentralized platforms. Brandon also offers insights on navigating the modern web without compromising your digital well-being. Download Firefox: https://firefox.com Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/firefox Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/firefox Follow us on Threads: https://threads.net/@firefox Follow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/firefox.com
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