An examination of the exaggerated claims made for computers and artificial intelligence. Despite the wonderful claims for the abilities of the computer and the hallowed tones of 'computerese', the author dares to suggest that perhaps the computer has been overdressed with false claims made by those with something to gain by it.
Language
English
Pages
270
Format
Paperback
Release
October 31, 1985
ISBN 13
9780586086698
The Cult Of Information: The Folklore of Computers and the True Art of Thinking
An examination of the exaggerated claims made for computers and artificial intelligence. Despite the wonderful claims for the abilities of the computer and the hallowed tones of 'computerese', the author dares to suggest that perhaps the computer has been overdressed with false claims made by those with something to gain by it.