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The technology dilemma

Error in GPS coordinates led to wrong house demolition

(News GPS page 36, July 2009).

Not an one off instance.

‘Total’ dependence on technology may also sometime lead to mishaps

Striving for total automation.

Sounds great, but at times damages are irreparable.

As there is almost nothing left for human interventions.

Time to realise

Technology is there to aid our actions.

Not to fudge it.

Bal Krishna, Editor
bal@mycoordinates.org
 
August 2009