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In "Rapture for the Geeks," Richard Dooling examines the acceleration of computer technology, from Moore's Law to the rise of artificial intelligence, and considers the implications for human cognition, society, and our relationship with machines. Drawing on expert opinions and historical parallels, he discusses the potential for AI to surpass human intelligence, the ethical and philosophical questions that arise, and the possibility of a future where humans rely on, coexist with, or are challenged by increasingly sophisticated supercomputers. Dooling offers a thoughtful, forward‑looking perspective on how the rapid pace of technological change may influence our sense of identity, creativity, and the balance between human agency and machine power.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Technology & Computing/Artificial Intelligence
Authors: Richard Dooling
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