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We could at least preserve raw knowledge, though. "Most diseases are caused by germs, so wash your hands" could save countless lives. And some basic notions of
by Steuard 13y ago
We could at least preserve raw knowledge, though. "Most diseases are caused by germs, so wash your hands" could save countless lives. And some basic notions of things like force and energy could enable machines to make peoples' lives better quickly, too.
- kaybe 13y agoAnd there is so much taken for granted.. how long did it take us to get to the table of elements, their properties and the knowledge of where to find them, the knowledge of how to manipulate electricity.. the tools to regain knowledge, a microscope and a telescope.. and simple ancient things, such as what is the best form for a house under given conditions. Farming possibilities, storing, transportation.. Everything stacks, and to get to a thing like pure aluminium or plastic has taken ages. In case of a breakdown it is good to leave pointers to restarters. I understand that this is what the article talks about and not the notion of 'noble civilization' as opposed to savagery.