An interesting article from former editor of Harvard Business Review on the future of computing. In essence, the growth of the internet as the data and application resource, and the transition from desktop computing to dumb terminals connected to the data cloud.

Its a bit of “Back to the Future”, but interesting in the implications of information security, and more importantly the potential for extended reach of on-line marketing efforts, the spread of viral promotional activities, and the sharing of informational products across a broader base of users.

Don’t know that I find it “Terrifying” myself, but there is some good oil on how to manage your own data and identity in an age of consolidation.

Q&A: Author Nicholas Carr on the Terrifying Future of Computing

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