Yet, they largely have a reputation as incapable of critical thought. When an archeology professor is talking about critical thought they mean an argument capable of convincing people. Technical people may view this as sloppy thinking as a transistor does not care what you think, but it’s a very valuable skill. It's not just useful for convincing other, but also to notice when you’re being manipulated.
PS: With this mindset listening to a news broadcast can become almost painful as you see layers of deception. Study a little marketing and suddenly a lot of 'toys' seem more like 'junk'.
PS: With this mindset listening to a news broadcast can become almost painful as you see layers of deception. Study a little marketing and suddenly a lot of 'toys' seem more like 'junk'.