> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://indiedao.gitbook.io/indiedao/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://indiedao.gitbook.io/indiedao/education/web3-101/understanding-the-web-3.0/why-web3.md).

# Why Web3?

Web3 is technically the Web interacting with a blockchain. However it's more than that. Web3 means **decentralization**, **freedom** and control of our data across the Internet.

### What is Web3? by [@dabit3](https://twitter.com/dabit3)

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**Web2:** is the web where users can be part of the creative process without having the skills to build a web page. Web2 brought a whole new set of economic dynamics and opportunities, but at the same time problems with privacy and security.
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### Why Web3 matters? by [@cdixon](https://twitter.com/cdixon)

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### Web3, Blockchain, cryptocurrency: a thread or an opportunity by [@sherminvo](https://twitter.com/sherminvo)

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### ⭐️ Extras

#### The Next Version of the Internet by [@joemccann](https://twitter.com/joemccann)

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#### Escaping the banking cartel by [@aantonop](https://twitter.com/aantonop)

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