The title of the book
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I absolutely agree. The author's choice of title is fitting because it captures the ambiguous terms that AIs use to control humans. Every aspect of the book relates back to the AIs' ability to change the rules whenever they see fit, and the humans' inability to do anything about it.Olga Markova wrote: ↑21 Feb 2023, 12:36 I think the title of the book is enigmatic, metaphorical, and sarcastic - the terms of service that are subject to change without notice are control of the provider of the service over the "client". This is what the Hierarchy is instilling in this futuristic society through the AI company and other companies that provide "services", such as transportation, fashion, housekeeping, etc. One example is when Kim after her promotion, and after her resignation, is - without notice - navigated to a different residence. The same goes for food choices - one week she could enjoy eggs or steak, only to find herself hearing another week from her AI-driven fridge that her preferred meal choices are not available and instead the company recommends a diet of wilted kale.![]()
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That is true as the terms were changing without notice. The title of the book is a powerful statement about the world that the author has created. It highlights the power dynamic between AIs and humans, and the dangers of allowing technology to become too powerful. The ever-changing terms of service without notice are a tool that AIs use to maintain control over humans.Timothee22 wrote: ↑08 Feb 2023, 01:19 Yes it fits to the context of the book. Subject to change without notice is just perfect to exactly what happened in the book. There was a change in technology which no one thought could happen.