The original Luddites were 19th century British textile workers who were among the first victims of capitalism.
After being replaced by automated machinery operated by unskilled workers who produced cheap, inferior goods, the Luddites aggressively fought back with protests and sabotage. Their threatening letters were often signed “Ned Ludd”—a semi-fictitious Robin Hood-like character of the early industrial age.
Protestors were, of course, shot, executed or transported to distant colonies.
I still use maps – easier than trying to get the online maps with close-ups to identify landmarks or rivers OR depending on GPS – which doesn’t even tell you what city you are in, just the roads and intersections. Give me a paper map every time.
pschearer Premium Member 7 months ago
Club. Clubs. Me get it.
Pickled Pete 7 months ago
Zykoic 7 months ago
I still use my brain….well, what’s left of it.
The Reader Premium Member 7 months ago
At least none of them still read their comics in a newspaper!
Stocky One 7 months ago
I miss phonebooks a little bit. They were so useful when you needed a few inches more height to get something!
uniquename 7 months ago
I do still use a map on occasion.
ladykat 7 months ago
You get a phone book?
mfrasca 7 months ago
The original Luddites were 19th century British textile workers who were among the first victims of capitalism.
After being replaced by automated machinery operated by unskilled workers who produced cheap, inferior goods, the Luddites aggressively fought back with protests and sabotage. Their threatening letters were often signed “Ned Ludd”—a semi-fictitious Robin Hood-like character of the early industrial age.
Protestors were, of course, shot, executed or transported to distant colonies.
Frer Squirrel 7 months ago
I still use a nest in a tree.
ferddo 7 months ago
As an engineer I like new tech. However, I see no point in spending extra money on the latest thing if my old way is working just fine for me.
mistercatworks 7 months ago
I still get where I am going, have written records when I need them … and have to pay extra for a phone book. :)
PlatudimusAtom Premium Member 7 months ago
They aren’t caving in to technology.
Rose Madder Premium Member 7 months ago
I still use maps – easier than trying to get the online maps with close-ups to identify landmarks or rivers OR depending on GPS – which doesn’t even tell you what city you are in, just the roads and intersections. Give me a paper map every time.
mtb25411 7 months ago
What I really miss is the phone book. Nothing has replaced it even online.
crazeekatlady 7 months ago
My last TV was a black and white.