Why is Steemit created?

in #steemit7 years ago

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My question is whether steemit was created only as a means of uploading articles, or as a means of making money.
I still wonder if steemit is only used to divide the article, why we can make money from the article?
And if we get money in steemit, is our money security guaranteed?
Because setau me Steemit does not have Admin.
Please comment, i need your advice, thank you