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This perspective shifts the focus from the Internet as a cold, technical tool to the Internet as a living space of expression. It argues that the "small" things we do online—the trivialities—are actually the building blocks of our modern cultural identity.

: The term "triviality" (borrowed from the work of Yves Jeanneret) refers to the way cultural objects circulate and transform as they are used by people. On the Internet, a simple joke or a "useless" post becomes a cultural artifact through its constant reuse and circulation. Entre trivialitГ© et culture : une histoire de l...

: Instead of focusing on high-level technical or institutional history, the research looks at "history from below." It examines how ordinary users created their own codes, humor, and social norms. This perspective shifts the focus from the Internet

This work explores how the "trivial" or everyday aspects of early Internet use—such as memes, jargon, and informal social habits—shaped the broader cultural landscape of the web. Key Themes of the Work On the Internet, a simple joke or a

: The study identifies the birth of a specific "digital folklore," where shared experiences and collective memories of early users (like those on Usenet or early forums) built the foundation of today's digital culture. Why It Matters