Quote by Paul R. Ehrlich

To err is human, but to really foul things up you need a computer.

To err is human, but to really foul things up you need a com

Summary

This quote suggests that while making mistakes is a natural human tendency, computers have the capability to create more significant and catastrophic errors. It implies that humans may make small errors or mistakes, but computers can magnify these mistakes on a larger scale or create entirely new problems. The quote emphasizes the potential for technology to cause more significant disruptions or complications than humans alone would.

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By Paul R. Ehrlich

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