Technology as a Burden and a Blessing

Technological advancements offer the illusion of wisdom through information consumption, rather than true knowledge. Each technology carries both benefits and drawbacks, altering the dynamics of society. While tools can enhance knowledge, they also erode traditional foundations like oral storytelling. Transitioning to the digital era, technology transforms language and images into data, leading to innovations like chatbots using GPT models. Postman warns that digital technology's focus on computational symbols can dehumanize our relationship with nature, defining it as mere data to process and viewing humans as mere information processors.