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“We can't blame the technology when we make mistakes.” quote by Tim Berners-Lee
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“We can't blame the technology when we make mistakes.”

Tim Berners-Lee

About This Quote

Source Speech: 1999 World Wide Web Conference, Tim Berners-Lee

Technology is a tool; responsibility for errors lies with users, not the tech itself.

In simple terms: Blaming tech for mistakes is unfair.

Key Takeaway

Own your actions when using tech.

Themes

responsibility technology human error

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • software development
  • online communication
  • education
  • policy making

Key Concepts

Ethics accountability digital literacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What role do you play in tech misuse?
  • How can you improve digital responsibility?
A Different Perspective

Tech can amplify human flaws.

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