Akimbo: A Podcast from Seth Godin Moore's law (E)
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Nov 8, 2023 Exploring Moore's Law and its impact on society, embracing abundance and adapting to changing technology-driven economy, choosing between embracing technology or getting left behind, examining government regulations on monopolies and consumer satisfaction, prioritizing network traffic and discussing the arguments for and against industrialism.
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Laws vs. Theories
- Scientific laws describe how things happen, while theories explain why.
- Theories improve over time with better explanations, while laws are statements of reality.
Engelbart's Predictions
- Douglas Engelbart's 1968 demo showcased the mouse, networks, and hypertext.
- A decade earlier, he predicted computers would shrink, accelerate, and become cheaper.
Moore's Law Origins
- Gordon Moore theorized that computing power would double every two years for the same cost.
- This became known as Moore's Law, shaping our modern world.