computers-as-tools

The preamble critiques the overoptimistic expectations surrounding artificial intelligence, especially in military and strategic contexts, arguing that computers cannot replicate human intuition and expertise. It emphasizes the distinction between computers as precise data processors and the uniquely human capacities for judgment, synthesis, and intuition, warning against delegating critical decision-making to machines. The authors advocate for a realistic understanding of AI's limitations and caution against redefining human intelligence solely in mechanistic terms.