Ask HN: Why is today's Internet experience so user hostile?
Users tolerating such bullshit is the reason why it exists and keeps on existing.<p>Nobody is forced to continue using dark-pattern software, nobody was forced to use Apple and tie their credit-card to their "apple cloud account", yet normal users dont see a problem with it at all and just continue even paying for software which is hostile to them and their interests.<p>Your question is like, "Why does DRM exist it is actively hostile to buyers of content".<p>Previously the internet was better since the average internet user avoided scams, but now the users are seeking out scams to indulge in.