I get that some instances use the domain + TLD to make a word, like lemm.ee or to an extent, sh.itjust.works. But I’ve seen so many TLDs I had no idea existed, like .world, .zone, .social, and yes .works as well.

Is there any real reason for that? Trying to look cool or kinda underground-y? Cheaper and more varied domain options? Something actually kinda functional?

Interestingly, I started on vlemmy.net because I was a scared Reddit refugee and the .net TLD gave me comfort. Then it vanished a few days later without a trace. So here I am on lemmy.world

  • boringbisexual@lib.lgbt
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    1 year ago

    (Unpronounceable and also i can’t even spell it right…damn.)

    Pretty sure i read that in the github too. Never heard of the other program. Might have to grab it when i get home just in case i need it some day and can’t remember what it’s called.