Automation can lead to overreliance on external systems from "summary" of The Glass Cage by Nicholas Carr
In our growing reliance on automated systems, we run the risk of becoming overly dependent on external technology. The conveniences offered by automation can lull us into a false sense of security, leading us to trust these systems more than we should. As we offload tasks to machines, we may find ourselves losing the skills and knowledge necessary to perform those tasks manually. This erosion of our abilities can leave us vulnerable when the automated systems fail or are unavailable. When we become overreliant on external systems, we may also experience a loss of control over our own lives. By surrendering decision-making power to algorithms and machines, we cede our autonomy and agency. We may find ourselves following the directives of technology without questioning or critically evaluating them. This blind obedience to automated systems can have serious consequences, as we relinquish our ability to think independently and make informed choices....
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