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Ask HN: Why don't computing devices protect themselves from physical harm?
For example, a notebook computer might complain that you have a drink nearby that could spill and ruin its circuitry.
A smartphone might scream if you drop it and cry from the "pain" of the impact. It could even operate more slowly for a few days as it "recovers" from the fall.
- pwg 4y ago> For example, a notebook computer might complain that you have a drink nearby that could spill and ruin its circuitry. Think about how a notebook might sense this situation -- when you have your answer you will have achieved enlightenment and know why they do not do this.
- dj_mc_merlin 4y agoWhat are you on and are you sharing?
- simonblack 4y agoA notebook computer with sufficient sensors for what you envisage would no longer be light or portable, thus negating its usefulness.
- devonnull 4y agoBecause there are no legit self protection courses for computers. They all wind up going to a McDojo and learning techniques that just don't work.
- jethronethro 4y agoHave you considered that giving computers this kind of ability is the first step in emboldening them to rise up against us?
- billybuckwheat 4y agoSounds like you're describing a next-gen Tamagotchi than a computer or mobile device.
- jamesliudotcc 4y agoThinkpads, the water drains through the chassis. I've spilled half a cappuccino in one once. It was fine. I regretted not having half my coffee.