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diff --git a/articles/tool.mdwn b/articles/tool.mdwn new file mode 100644 index 0000000..23cc232 --- /dev/null +++ b/articles/tool.mdwn @@ -0,0 +1,42 @@ +# A computer is an advanced tool for logical and effective problem solving + +[[!meta date="2005-02-21"]] +[[!meta updated="2005-02-21"]] +[[!tag blog editorial]] + +## Advanced: Undergone development, moved some steps forward + +People tend to look at the word "advanced" as a positive term - as similar to +"improved". But all it means is it has undergone development. + +>A rotten tomato is an advanced tomato. + +To determine if development is positive one must consider the direction it is +taking. + +One could say that advancing implies moving forward, but "forward" isn't +always the best way to go. + +## Logical: Structured, clinical + +Logical is not the same as "simple". +Although logical expressions can be as simple as "2+2=4", a computer contains +so many layers of logic that they cease to be simple. + +>Computers are constructed logically, but so complex that they can be built only +>"somewhat flawless." + +## Effective: having a rapid impact + +When you are effective you get alot done in a small amount of time or effort. + +A tool is effective only if you become effective by using it. + +>For someone who don't know the path, no wind is a good wind. + +## Problem solving + +Biggest challenges is in locating and describing a problem, not in fixing it. +Problem solving badly prepared can even be damaging, because problematic +structures below the surface can get even better hidden by a too simple "quick +fix". |