Quote by Nathaniel Borenstein

The most likely way for the world to be destroyed, most experts agree, is by accident. That's where we come in; we're computer professionals. We cause accidents.

The most likely way for the world to be destroyed, most expe

Summary

This quote emphasizes the potential danger of accidental destruction and ironically highlights the role of computer professionals in this context. While experts believe that accidental events pose the highest risk for global destruction, it suggests that computer professionals, who often work with complex systems, have the potential to be a catalyst for such accidents. The quote playfully hints at the responsibility held by computer professionals in preventing and safeguarding against unintentional incidents that could lead to catastrophic consequences.

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