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I am mystified that people have so much trouble grasping basic computer concepts. But from the users' perspective, technologists have foisted a system on them t
by mordechai9000 10y ago
I am mystified that people have so much trouble grasping basic computer concepts. But from the users' perspective, technologists have foisted a system on them that seems to be poorly made and requires a high level of expertise to use safely. Blaming the user when they are victimized by someone taking advantage of a shoddy system is, well, victim blaming.
- blacksmith_tb 10y agoIt's analogous to people understanding how their cars work. Many people are capable drivers but have no idea at all about what goes on in the engine, transmission, etc. Would understanding those improve their driving? Potentially (especially in cases where they fail), but clearly it isn't a requirement. But like you say, the bar seems to be higher for computing.
- mordechai9000 10y agoI was tempted to use a car analogy, but I resisted. It seems apt to me. I "have" to drive a car for work and recreation. I know a little bit about it, but I am not an expert, and I don't want to be. I have too many demands on my time already. I'm happy to pay the manufacturer and the mechanics to be the experts.
- serge2k 10y agoand if your computer is broken that makes sense. But you still probably know how to drive, pump gas, and do basic things like change a tire. You have controls that you understand for things like the radio or cruise control, and you will check the manual if you want to set the clock. On computers people just say fuck it.