What Does 'Away' Mean on Steam?
'Away' on Steam? That's just the user's way of saying, 'I'm taking a little break, but leave a message!' It's like setting your phone on silent. You can see things happening, but you're not responding.
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When someone's status is 'Away' on Steam, it means they're logged in but not actively engaging with the platform. Maybe they've stepped away from their computer or are just not interacting with the app at the moment. It's kinda like saying, 'Hey, I'm here, but not really here.',
Honestly, 'Away' on Steam doesn't mean they're away. I set mine to 'Away' when I'm gaming and don't want buddies to disturb me. It's the perfect 'Do Not Disturb' sign.
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