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The stone age was marked by man's clever use of crude tools; the information age, to date, has been marked by man's crude use of clever tools.

The stone age was marked by man's clever use of crude tools;

Summary

This quote suggests a comparison between the Stone Age, characterized by humans using simple but effective tools, and the Information Age, where humans have access to highly advanced technologies. However, it highlights a paradoxical aspect of the Information Age, suggesting that despite the sophistication of these tools, humans tend to use them in a less refined or thoughtful manner. It comments on how, despite the vast potential of these intelligent tools, many individuals lack the wisdom and discretion to use them wisely, resulting in suboptimal or even harmful outcomes.

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