A Speed Limit for Computers
This article explores the philosophical argument that excessive computing power and speed may lead to diminishing returns and social inequality. It draws parallels between energy consumption in transport and the modern trajectory of computing.
The home and personal computing revolutions of the 70's, 80's, and 90's put the power of computing in the hands of the masses. For those of us that grew up with these machines, it can be hard to reconcile the computer culture of our youth with the industry we find ourselves in today. But at some point, a threshold was crossed and increasing computing power no longer translated to increased autonomy. Quite the opposite.
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