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...says Craig Newmark, the list’s founder. Newmark’s original, San Francisco-based craigslist.org, which he started in 1995, gained such a strong following in the Bay Area that the need for spin-off sites in other cities became apparent. Boston was chosen as Craigslist??s first expansion city in 2000 because of its high concentration of Internet users. “Boston is a city with a lot of people on the web, and there’s probably a high correlation with it being a university-oriented town,” Newmark...
...Though Craigslist??s user base is broad, college students nationwide may find the sites especially useful. “The needs and interests of college students seem to reflect those of our general community,” Newmark says. The many postings for part-time and short-term jobs can aid the busy but cash-strapped college student, while the expansive apartment and sublet listings suit the needs of those seeking summer or temporary housing...