Virtual reality will alter our perceptions from "summary" of Ten Billion Tomorrows by Brian Clegg
Imagine stepping into a world where reality and illusion blend seamlessly, where your senses are hijacked, and your perceptions manipulated. This is the promise of virtual reality, a technology that has the power to redefine our understanding of the world around us. By immersing ourselves in virtual environments, we open ourselves up to a multitude of possibilities - we can explore distant planets, walk with dinosaurs, or even experience life from a completely different perspective. Our perceptions are no longer bound by the constraints of the physical world; instead, they are molded by the digital landscapes we choose to inhabit. But this newfound freedom comes with a price. As we spend more time in virtual reality, our brains begin to adapt t...
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