Comment by waterlaw

The internet has a lot of benefits.

My issues aren't with the internet, but advancements made with social media.

The addictive nature of many platforms. The hivemind and lack of free thought I've noticed in many avenues of the internet.

Having upvotes vs downvotes or likes vs dislikes encourages conformity. It encourages group think.

This group think is ultimately what's driving me off the larger platforms on the internet and away from social media in general.