In John Varley's upcoming scifi novel Rolling Thunder, everyone has a brain implant that lets them google information constantly. And many futurists are saying this technology will become a reality long before we colonize Mars. The question isn't whether we'll have google brain implants (or the futuristic search engine equivalent), but how we'll handle them. What exactly would be the plusses and minuses of being able to google information instantaneously in your head, without anybody knowing you're doing it?
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Posted 24 February 2008 - 12:03 PM
In The Heavyskies and The Chad Identity
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“Every way of life produces its own environment and in turn is influenced by that environment.” ― Hugh Nibley
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Posted 26 February 2008 - 03:20 AM
i'm scared. my brain is unable to focus as it is.
But I was going to Tashi Station to pick up some power converters.
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Posted 26 February 2008 - 04:17 AM
I know of people who would benefit from a head of lettuce brain transplant...
This packet contains one Deb. May contain traces of nuts, alcohol and artificial sweetener. May also cause psychotic episodes, hallucinations and brain damage. Purchase at your own risk.
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Posted 26 February 2008 - 10:30 AM
Don't worry, about a thing. Cuz every little thing, is gonna be alright.
In The Heavyskies and The Chad Identity
“Every way of life produces its own environment and in turn is influenced by that environment.” ― Hugh Nibley
“Every way of life produces its own environment and in turn is influenced by that environment.” ― Hugh Nibley
