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[–] afraid_of_zombies@lemmy.world 0 points 6 months ago

The issue is that you can’t rely on its answers.

Cough.... Wikipedia....cough. You remember being told how Wikipedia wasn't accurate and the only true sources were books made by private companies that no one could correct?

Human learning process normally involves comparing information to previous information, some process of vetting, during which your brain “muscles” are exercised so they become better at it all the time. It’s l

Argument from weakness. Classic luddite move. I am old enough to remember the fears that internet search engines would do this.

In any case no one is forcing you to use it. I am sure if you called up Britianica and told them to send you a set they would be happy to.