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“We have a name for things that don't copy themselves: dead.” quote by Cory Doctorow
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“We have a name for things that don't copy themselves: dead.”

Cory Doctorow

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Source Article: "The Future of Copyright", Wired, 2012

The quote highlights that non-replicating entities are considered obsolete or irrelevant.

In simple terms: Things that can't reproduce are seen as dead.

Key Takeaway

Value replication and adaptability.

Themes

technology obsolescence creativity

Mood

critical thoughtful

Type

analytical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • software development
  • biological research
  • intellectual property law
  • startup culture

Key Concepts

memetics evolutionary pressure

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure your ideas survive without copying?
  • What makes a non-replicating system valuable?
A Different Perspective

Replication alone doesn't guarantee success; quality matters.

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