The power of the Web is in its universality. Access by everyone regardless of disability is an essential aspect.
Tim Berners-LeeRead
One way to think about the magnitude of the changes to come is to think about how you went about your business before powerful Web search engines. You probably wouldn't have imagined that a world of answers would be available to you in under a second. The next set of advances will have an different effect, but similar in magnitude.
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What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the transformative impact of technology, particularly how we've evolved in accessing information quickly and the potential future changes.
Tim Berners-Lee reflects on the profound changes brought about by the advent of powerful web search engines, illustrating how they revolutionized the way we access information. He suggests that while the future advancements will differ, they will also have a similarly significant impact on our lives, encouraging us to anticipate and adapt to new technological shifts.
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Example use cases
During a presentation on the impact of technology in education, this quote can highlight the importance of adapting to new tools.
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