philosophy

A Corgi in an office standing behind a desk where he is displaying the progress of technology. From left to right on the desk are punch cards, an audio tape, a 5 inch floppy disk, a 3.5 inch floppy disk, a DVD, a USB thumbdrive, a MicroSD card, a hard drive, an m.2 SSD, a cloud icon, and asmall robot labelled AI. Behind him from left to right is a large CDC 6400 computer mainframe, a desktop PC, a tablet, and a smartphone.

The 50-year Takeaway

I’ll look back at the pace of change in my 50 years in tech and ask the question, “What should today’s kids learn for a future none of us can predict?” The answer isn’t a skill at all. It’s a way of thinking that remains critical no matter what you choose to do.

A person sitting comfortably at a modern desk with a sleek computer in front of them. The room is bright and inviting, with soft natural light streaming through a window. The computer screen shows a mix of tasks: a spellcheck correction, an open dictionary website, and a calendar. The person looks relaxed and thoughtful, symbolizing technology as a helpful tool rather than a burden. In the background, there are handwritten notes and books, subtly indicating a blend of traditional and modern tools. The scene conveys productivity, balance, and calm focus in a digital age.

Are Humans Getting More Stupid Because of Computers?

Computers make many things easier. I allow technology to help with many things that I used to have to remember or learn, freeing my time for other things.