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== Terminology== | == Terminology== | ||
* Your ''' | * Your '''account''' or '''identity''' has a unique address called '''handle''' and is hosted on one of the many servers, also called instances. | ||
* An '''instance''' is basically a small social network hosted on one server. Each instance can have it's own set of rules as for what content is allowed. You can also host your own instance. Each instance runs one software. | * An '''instance''' is basically a small social network hosted on one server. Each instance can have it's own set of rules as for what content is allowed. You can also host your own instance. Each instance runs one software. | ||
* The '''software''' used on an instance is essential for the user experience and possibilities. | * The '''software''' used on an instance is essential for the user experience and possibilities. | ||