Listen, three eyes," he said, "don't you try to outweird me, I get stranger things than you free with my breakfast cereal.
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Wandering around the web is like living in a world in which every doorway is actually one of those science fiction devices which deposit you in a completely different part of the world when you walk through them. In fact, it isn't like it, it is it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The internet allows for exploration and discovery in a way that feels almost magical or otherworldly.
This quote by Douglas Adams highlights the transformative and expansive nature of the internet, comparing it to the fantastical devices found in science fiction that transport individuals to different realms. It emphasizes how navigating online can lead to new experiences and ideas, suggesting that the reality of the internet mirrors the imaginative concepts we often find in fiction.
Themes
InternetExplorationDiscoveryTechnologyScience Fiction
In practice
Example use cases
This quote is perfect for discussing the impact of the internet during a tech conference.
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