# Essay Argues It’s Time to Let the Internet Die

Wired published an opinion essay titled “Please Let the Internet Die,” arguing that the current internet has become degraded and may need to be allowed to fail. The piece contributes to debate over platform decay, online culture, and what might replace today’s internet.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### Technology
- [Wired](https://www.wired.com/story/let-the-internet-die/) — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0000