It's not controversial because it's largely confirms the view of nerds that "outsiders" agree with.
Like a lot of these essays it long winding, full of generalizations and in-group cultural references which makes it hard work to disassemble and disagree with. And most of those that disagree passionately enough with this to do it wouldn't be regulars at HN.
One of the few concrete things in this article is how "we won the cryptowars". Which isn't very convincing these days.
Like a lot of these essays it long winding, full of generalizations and in-group cultural references which makes it hard work to disassemble and disagree with. And most of those that disagree passionately enough with this to do it wouldn't be regulars at HN.
One of the few concrete things in this article is how "we won the cryptowars". Which isn't very convincing these days.