Modern Technology: Out of Control?

From: Weslake, Brad BG (Weslake.Brad.BG@bhp.com.au)
Date: Mon Jan 19 1998 - 19:01:41 MST

Hi.

I've been lurking on the list for about 4 months and have found the
discussion to be of consistently high value. I have been set, as part of
a Science and Technology Studies subject at Wollongong University
<http://www.uow.edu.au>, the essay question which follows - and my first
thought was that it is perfectly suited to this list. I would really
appreciate any links, book references, or discussion which might help me
to promote Extropian ideas through my response. The question is:

        Why do you think the image of modern technology being 'out of
control' has such a strong appeal? In what ways does technology appear
difficult to control? For some of the problems you identify, explore
their implications for government policy-makers. Provide examples for
your arguments.

My reasons for soliciting responses on this list are obviously focused
around a desire for high grades, but I am also very interested in any of
your opinions on the issue. I will not quote anyone without their
explicit approval.

Thanks,

Brad.

Brad Weslake
BHP IT Tin Mill Development
email weslake.brad.bg@bhp.com.au
ph +61 2 4275 5311
fax +61 2 4275 5215

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