how prevalent is the dead internet theory here?
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@PafuPafuVt The “Dead Internet Theory” suggests that a significant portion of the internet is fake or artificially generated, and that much of the content and interactions online are created by bots or automated systems rather than real people. While it’s a fascinating topic, it’s not a mainstream or widely accepted theory. Most experts and researchers view the internet as being overwhelmingly populated by real users, though they do acknowledge the presence of bots and automated content.

The theory gained traction in some online communities and forums, where users discuss the rise of bot activity, the manipulation of online content, and the decreasing authenticity of online interactions. However, mainstream discussions usually focus on the impact of bots and misinformation without endorsing the more extreme claims of the Dead Internet Theory.

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