Fuck off, LJ/SUP
22 Jan 2012 09:38 amThe current proprietors of LiveJournal have pretty much admitted that they don't give even a microfuck about their long-term users.
The only reason I still use my LJ is because 90% of my flist refuses to leave.
However, longtime LiveJournal users are upset by the changes. LiveJournal recently unveiled a complete redesign that overhauled the service's comments system, emphasized social networking, and set the stage for the upcoming communities blitz. Reaction from longtime users has been overwhelmingly negative--LiveJournal patrons slammed the redesign on the service's official blog.
LiveJournal's leadership has made it clear that their future American business strategy lies in generating new traffic rather than catering to the service's current small-but-loyal membership.
The only reason I still use my LJ is because 90% of my flist refuses to leave.