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Is a dystopian surveillance state computationally possible?
This isn't really a conspiracy theory question. More of an inquire on the global computational power and data storage logistics question.
Most recording instruments such as cameras and microphones are typically voluntary opt in devices, in that,…

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Are simple animal snares and traps a form of automation? Of computation?
I'm trying to understand the relationship of humans and automation, historically and culturally.
I ask because the waterclock is generally considered the earliest form of automation, but snares and deadfall traps constitute simple switch…

DukeZhou
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