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Technology is just a tool

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Digital Decision Making
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There is a rather touching faith in the magical ability of technology to solve problems in a way which turns a mess into a mere difficulty. This belief is particularly widespread amongst decision makers who do not understand the technology.

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(2007). Technology is just a tool. In: Digital Decision Making. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-84628-673-5_7

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