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Things That Make Us Smart: Defending Human Attributes in the Age of the Machine

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Things That Make Us Smart: Defending Human Attributes in the Age of the Machine

by Donald A Norman

About this title: In Things That Make Us Smart, Donald A. Norman explores the complex interaction between human thought and the technology it creates, arguing for the development of machines that fit our minds, rather than minds that must conform to the machine. Humans have always worked with objects to extend our cognitive powers, from counting on our fingers to designing massive supercomputers. But advanced technology does more than merely assist with thought and memorythe machines we create begin to shape how we think and, at times, even what we value. Norman, in exploring this complex relationship ... read more

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"I first read this book probably 12+ years ago. I've read it once since then. I remember it teaching some very key points that can help many non-IT people understand why a software development requirement that may appear to be very simple ends up being a very difficult implementation."

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By Cynthia, Columbia, MD

"Just admit the machines have won already!

Heh, kidding aside, it had a few interesting ideas, but it wasn't as well thought out or explained as his more famous works."

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By Joe, Haddonfield, NJ

"Thoughtful and challenging perspective on how humans thinking about extending intelligence."

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