Digitalisele
Digitalisele is a theoretical construct in digital studies describing a self-contained digital space that operates as a micro-community within a larger networked environment. The term combines digital with isle to emphasize boundary and connectivity, suggesting both isolation and access.
The term was coined in speculative design circles in the early 2020s by researchers exploring how individuals
Key characteristics include a persistent identity or avatar, content boundaries, governance rules enforced by the container
In practice, digitalisele has appeared in discussions about app ecosystems, isolated communities, and enterprise intranets; it
Scholars discuss implications for privacy, moderation, and trust; critics warn it may encourage fragmentation and reduce