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This is basically HN-heresy, but I was interested in this comment but was struggling to read it b/c of the style, so summarized it via ChatGPT. Very interesting
by bbor 3y ago
This is basically HN-heresy, but I was interested in this comment but was struggling to read it b/c of the style, so summarized it via ChatGPT. Very interesting thoughts, I agree with your end conclusion as I understand it! Especially this bit: "AI" is not an alternated vision, a potential totally different future. The alternate vision is the original desktop model
_The summary:_
The commenter criticizes the current computing model, stating that it is overly fragmented and lacks integration. They point out the limitations of current systems like calendar apps and file managers, noting their inability to link related files and emails or effectively search file content and metadata. They argue that this model was developed for commercial purposes, prioritizing profit over functionality, and that true integration is impossible in this framework.
The commenter identifies a few modest efforts towards integration but believes these fall short as they limit the end user's power. They highlight the shift to web 2.0 and modern integrated environments where everything can be linked, but express disappointment at the lack of end user programming capabilities.
They suggest an alternative vision, rooted in the original desktop model, where users operate in a fully integrated, flexible, and programmable environment. This approach allows users to communicate more effectively and eliminates the need for individual websites for various operations, such as banking.
Finally, they speculate about a future model that integrates the human brain with an artificial exobrain, but dismiss current attempts like "neuralink" as expensive toys. They see potential in this idea, but believe we are far from reaching this level of technology.