The article argues that the ongoing debate between science fiction and fantasy illuminates discussions on technological advancements like AI, specifically the proposal of digital twins for IT workers. While this idea suggests relief from burdensome tasks, it raises significant concerns about accountability and ownership. The author draws on historical lessons from the failed expert systems of the 1980s, emphasizing that despite technological advancements, the fundamental issues in creating effective AI remain unresolved, echoing past disappointments rather than heralding a new frontier.
AI's promise of creating digital twins to alleviate IT staff burdens evokes questions about feasibility and ownership, recalling past failures of expert systems.
The discourse on the divide between science fiction and fantasy can provide insights into assessing the viability of new technological claims like AI-based solutions.
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