Quote by Jaron Lanier
Musicians and journalists are the canaries in the coalmine, but, eventually, as computers get more and more powerful, it will kill off all middle-class professions.
Summary
This quote suggests that musicians and journalists serve as early indicators or warning signs for impending changes or risks in society, similar to canaries that were used in coal mines to detect toxic gases. However, the quote further contends that as computer technology continues to advance, it will eventually eliminate middle-class professions entirely, potentially affecting a broad range of occupations and reducing the opportunities available for individuals within those professions.
Topics
Computers
By Jaron Lanier
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