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0xchat | 7 days ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag +1 
 It’s hard to say; it’s likely just a legacy issue. Before the outbox/inbox module NIP was introduced, most Nostr clients stored relay configs in kind3, but this isn’t the standard approach.
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SLCW | 7 days ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 I see. If the only relays that are defined in 0xChat are public outbox/Inbox, and seperately DM Inbox, how are you pulling in notes from other users? In Amethyst, that function is served by the general relays, which 0xChat doesn't have.
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0xchat | 7 days ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag +1 
 Currently, it simply uses your outbox/inbox relays and the note’s hint relays. Later, it will use the contacts’ or follows’ outbox relays.
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SLCW | 7 days ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 Given that people typically only have 2-3 relays set for their inbox and outbox, isn't that strategy a bit limiting in what content your feed is based on? On the other hand, general relays typically have 5+ defined, and many of them are the high-volume, wide reaching relays that deliver a ton of content. Maybe it would be a good idea to import users' general relays as a foundation for the feed? Just a thought. In any case, I appreciate you taking the time to talk to me about this.
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0xchat | 7 days ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag +2 
 Thanks for the suggestion; I really appreciate the thought you’ve put into this. 

In fact, the most suitable approach would be to use a user’s outbox relays rather than general relays to fetch their notes. Our current outbox model isn’t fully implemented yet, planning improvements in this in the near future.