Last week, chaos erupted at the office. Well, it was thoughtful chaos. Our company had a discussion about what we would need to do if we faced a cybersecurity threat that sent ransomware throughout our computer systems. It was a hypothetical situation, of course. Someone added an image of a dumpster fire on our collaborativeContinue reading “The Cybersecurity Threat That Included Ransomware”
Category Archives: Technology
Is AI Good or Bad for Writers
In a previous post, I wrote about the advantages and disadvantages of AI. Today, this very charged but relevant topic will get a part 2! Recently, I read a discussion in a writing group about the impact of AI on writing jobs. The overall consensus was that jobs for writers are and will be affected.Continue reading “Is AI Good or Bad for Writers”
I’m Still Here
These days, we’re all wondering if we’ll be replaced by technology. Some organizations are using AI to write, instead of hiring writers. Does this mean writers will be out of jobs in the future? Yet, the vacuum still hasn’t replaced the broom. I own both a vacuum and a broom. I also have a computerContinue reading “I’m Still Here”
How to change the world: if you could be somebody else for a day
Let’s dive into the realm of sci-fiction and fantasy! We’ll have a little fun with it and change the world. Really! If I could be somebody else for a day, I would switch places with my mentor and use his influence to effect some changes. Now, what mischief would I be up to? Let meContinue reading “How to change the world: if you could be somebody else for a day”
Fear of AI and Technology Started Centuries Ago
People fear rogue robots like the Terminator (from the 1984 movie) will take over the earth and humankind if we allow technology to continue to advance. This fear has been around for a very long time, much longer than ChatGPT and robot waiters. Long ago, there were tales of golems, a black box of evil,Continue reading “Fear of AI and Technology Started Centuries Ago”