GeekBox has two interesting blog entries on social networks this week:

Attack of the Clones clearly articulates why Jonathan is making a poor decision in killing fake characters. To summarize his stance, “I wasn’t a big fan of the fakesters on Friendster, but seeing this really corporate, dull clamp-down on what Friendster’s users are doing, I find myself rooting for the fakesters.” The entry continues on to discuss how other communities are formed and managed, referencing Slashdot’s reputation system and Craigslist’s notorious community of trust.

Tribe.net Strikes Back is posted as a follow-up, commending Tribe for learning from the mistakes that Friendster is making and otherwise “getting it”