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autonomous-defense-robots

The presence of a small, lethal robot equipped with advanced countermeasures highlights the security measures protecting the data storage area.

1 chapter across 1 book

Rainbows End (2007)Vernor Vinge

Chapter 33

In this chapter, Tommie Parker leads a group in sabotaging the Librareome data storage by shredding and gluing the rescued data, aiming to disrupt Max Huertas's operation. The group is covertly guided by a mysterious entity communicating via a laptop, who warns them of dangers and manipulates their actions. The chapter culminates in a confrontation with a lethal robot that injures Tommie, forcing the group to carry him to safety while grappling with betrayal and the uncertain motives behind their mission.