Bill Joy: What I'm worried about, what I'm excited about

Bill Joy: What I'm worried about, what I'm excited about

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Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Computers

11th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video explores the surprising impact of simple technologies like clean water over antibiotics in the 20th century. It highlights the risks posed by digital technologies, where individuals can access destructive power. The speaker discusses innovations in education and environmental solutions, emphasizing the potential of Moore's Law and new materials like carbon nanotubes. The video also addresses pandemic preparedness and suggests policy solutions, such as using market forces and insurance, to manage technological risks. The importance of designing the future and limiting access to certain information is stressed to maintain civilization.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was found to be more effective than antibiotics in reducing death rates in the 20th century?

Vaccinations

Clean water

Advanced surgeries

Nutritional supplements

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest is a consequence of digital technologies?

Decreased technological innovation

Access to mass destruction by individuals

Increased global cooperation

Enhanced privacy and security

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker emphasize about the response to asymmetric threats?

It should be costly and extensive

It should rely on military solutions

It should abandon the rule of law

It should be innovative and effective

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential does the speaker see in affordable computers for education?

They will make education more expensive

They will replace teachers

They will have no significant impact

They will revolutionize learning

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's view on the current software for powerful computers?

It is highly advanced

It is too complex for users

It is underdeveloped

It is perfect for current needs

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key property of carbon nanotubes mentioned by the speaker?

They are 30 times stronger than Kevlar

They are easily breakable

They are non-conductive

They are highly flexible

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest about the profitability of new materials?

They are not profitable

They have strong market potential

They are too expensive to produce

They are only useful in laboratories

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