Computing Through Time

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What is one key difference between tools that amplify physical abilities and tools that amplify intellectual abilities?

Physical tools are more common than intellectual tools
Humans have dominated the planet due to physical tools
Humans have developed tools to substantially amplify their intellectual abilities (correct)
Animals have developed tools to amplify their intellectual abilities

What was the first key intellect amplifier?

Physical tools
Computers
The ability to transmit thoughts
Language (correct)

How do computers impact our culture?

Computers are without precedent in the cultural history of mankind (correct)
Computers have no impact on our culture
Computers are a ripple on the surface of our culture
Computers amplify our physical abilities

What is the significance of tools that amplify intellectual abilities?

They enable humans to dominate the planet (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did the first million years of hominid history produce?

Tools to amplify physical abilities (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of language as an intellect amplifier?

It enabled humans to dominate the planet (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between tools that amplify physical abilities and tools that amplify intellectual abilities?

Animals have developed tools to amplify physical abilities, but only humans have developed tools to amplify intellectual abilities (C) Signup and view all the answers