Big problem Quote by Robin Sloan
““You know, old books are a big problem for us. Old knowledge in general. We call it OK. Old knowledge, OK. Did you know that ninety-five percent of the internet was only created in the last five years? But we know that when it comes to all human knowledge, the ratio is just the opposite - in fact, OK accounts for most things that people know, and have ever known.””
About This Quote
Source Article: “The Knowledge Paradox”, 2018
Most of human knowledge is old, yet the internet’s recent content dominates perception.
In simple terms: Old knowledge persists despite new internet data.
Key Takeaway
Value historical insight alongside new info.
Themes
knowledge
history
technology
information overload
Mood
analytical
curious
Type
academic
informative
When to use this quote
- research
- education
- media literacy
- content creation
Key Concepts
epistemology
digital culture
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate timeless knowledge from hype?
- What strategies preserve old wisdom in the digital age?
A Different Perspective
New data can eclipse valuable old wisdom.
