Bias Quote by Neil Postman
““Of course, like the brain itself, every technology has an inherent bias. It has within its physical form a predisposition toward being used in certain ways and not others. Only those who know nothing of the history of technology believe that a technology is entirely neutral.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Technopoly, 1992
Argues that technologies carry built‑in biases shaped by their design and history.
In simple terms: Technology is never completely neutral.
Key Takeaway
Critically assess the societal impact of new tools.
Themes
technology
bias
history
Mood
analytical
cautious
Type
critical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- product development
Key Concepts
social constructivism
media studies
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden biases exist in current tech?
- How can we design more neutral technologies?
A Different Perspective
Biases can be subtle and hard to detect.
