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[–] gradual@lemmings.world 0 points 8 hours ago

I think they exist because of ignorance.

People who don't understand how to do a task will usually choose the wrong tools for that task.

If someone is trying to cover up their lack of knowledge, they will usually make things more complicated than they need to be.