I like lemmings but it might be a bit derogatory. Even with that I still think it’s better than ‘redditors’, which always sounded/looked goofy to me.

Any ideas? What do we call Lemmy users?

My current vote is for lemmings. I think it’s cute.

  • Doofus Magoo@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
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    2 years ago

    My gosh, I hate “lemmings” because of the connotation that we’re just here because everyone else is.

    But you’re right. A term that folks can generally vibe with is really important.

    • Spzi@lemmy.clickEnglish
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      2 years ago

      we’re just here because everyone else is

      In a way we are. Like, would anyone be here if no one was here? That’s basically the network effect:

      the value or utility a user derives from a good or service depends on the number of users of compatible products. Network effects are typically positive, resulting in a given user deriving more value from a product as more users join the same network.