I dabble with Gopher for two reasons. First, it's a simple protocol. Learning about the basics of networking, building your own Gopher client, Gopher offers a

I dabble with Gopher for two reasons. First, it's a simple protocol. Learning about the basics of networking, building your own Gopher client, Gopher offers a great opportunity to tip your toe into the pond. Second, I have the DiggieDog browser installed on my phone. During my commute, I pass through stretches with limited connectivity. Reading some of the phlogs I follow is a great pass time. I don't think Gopher needs to be the "next big thing". It has been that a while ago. The limitations are why it got superseded by protocols that cater to the needs of the many. That said, it still has its place on the Internet as a retreat for a community that values Gophers original simplicity. And I think that's absolutely valid.