If we don't understand our tools, then there is a danger we will become the tool of our tools. We think of ourselves as Google's customers, but really we're its products.
In her book "Plato at the Googleplex," Rebecca Goldstein explores the relationship between humans and technology, emphasizing the importance of understanding the tools we use. She cautions that without a proper comprehension of these tools, we risk becoming subservient to them rather than utilizing them effectively. This highlights the power dynamics at play in our interactions with technology.
Goldstein asserts that while we perceive ourselves as customers of platforms like Google, we are often treated as products instead. This perspective prompts a deeper philosophical inquiry into how technology shapes our identities and behaviors, urging readers to be mindful of their engagement with digital tools and the implications that arise from this interaction.
