We used to have lots of questions to which there were no answers. Now, with the computer, there are lots of answers to which we haven't thought up questions.
Interpretation
The advent of computers has shifted our curiosity from seeking answers to generating insightful questions.
Peter Ustinov's quote reflects on the transformative impact of computers on human inquiry. In the past, many questions remained unanswered, indicating a gap in knowledge and understanding. However, with the vast information available through computers, we now have an abundance of answers, yet this has led to a new challenge: the necessity to formulate meaningful questions that can harness this wealth of information effectively.
In practice
In a technology seminar, one could use this quote to emphasize the importance of asking the right questions in the age of information.
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