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Plain text endures as one of technology's best tools
Original: Plain text is still one of the best technologies we have
A new essay argues that plain text remains one of the best technologies ever created, citing its durability, simplicity and independence from proprietary formats. The piece has drawn strong engagement from developers and technology enthusiasts, many of whom agree that decades-old text files remain readable today while more complex formats often fail, reinforcing ongoing debates about software minimalism and long-term digital preservation.
Why now: Developers and tech readers are revisiting debates about simplicity and digital longevity, making a defence of plain text resonate.
Rank over time, top of the chart is #1. 14 snapshots from 17 h ago to 1 h ago.
Evidence
- Plain text is still one of the best technologies we have · speckx · 197
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