Re: CS-234 Discussion

CS234 <cs234@lhmerino.dont-email.me> wrote:

This thread is intended for the students of CS-234: Technologies for democratic society
 
How does Usenet fit into the vision presented by Licklider and Taylor in
"The Computer as a Communication Device"?
 
Reflect on:
- Which aspects of their vision are realized through Usenet?
- What aspects have evolved differently from what they imagined?
 
Feel free to respond to comments made by your classmates as well.

Licklider and Taylor envisioned a future where computers enable interactive, collaborative communication.
In my opinion, Usenet aligns with this vision in several ways :
It serves as a platform for widespread, decentralized communication, allowing users from all over the world to share information in real-time.
However, some aspects have evolved differently.For instance, Usenet lacks some of the user-friendly interfaces and instant feedback mechanisms
that modern social media platforms provide.
Overall, Usenet was an early step toward fulfilling their vision, but today’s tools like video conferencing and collaborative
platforms are more aligned with their dream of seamless, real-time interaction.