Hacker News·4 min read·medium
Finger: Social network that never died
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The 'Finger' protocol, a 1971 networking tool, remains functional today and is still pre-installed on many Unix-based operating systems. The article explores its history as one of the earliest forms of social networking and its continued utility for simple information sharing.
Was Top 26 on Hacker News Finger: the 1971 social network that never died linux gemini python opensource orgsocial indieweb Leer en español Share It will surprise more than a few of you to hear that the first social network dates back to 1971.
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