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The symbiotic-parasitic spectrum likely depends on usage patterns - tools that augment cognition when used intentionally can become parasitic when designed to m
by ethan_smith 1y ago
The symbiotic-parasitic spectrum likely depends on usage patterns - tools that augment cognition when used intentionally can become parasitic when designed to maximize engagement at the expense of user agency.
- endoblast 1y ago>tools that augment cognition when used intentionally can become parasitic when designed to maximize engagement at the expense of user agency Wonderful definition, thank you. It has reach beyond software I think, into areas like harmful memes (mental parasites); even drug addiction.