The aim of this article is to highlight critical perspectives within the varied literature on the postdigital regarding notions of rationality and irrationality in the so-called digital age. By examining some of the most significant studies in this field, it is possible to identify a notable discontent towards what can be termed “binary rationality”—a conception of rationality that elevates the digital model to a universal standard. This perspective not only classifies anything that exceeds this coding capacity as “irrational,” but also equates digital technologies with progress. Conversely, the critical approach inherent in the postdigital perspective seeks to expose this identification as a form of dogmatism or ideology.

Eccessi incomputabili. La critica della razionalità binaria negli studi postdigitali

Menon, Marco
2024-01-01

Abstract

The aim of this article is to highlight critical perspectives within the varied literature on the postdigital regarding notions of rationality and irrationality in the so-called digital age. By examining some of the most significant studies in this field, it is possible to identify a notable discontent towards what can be termed “binary rationality”—a conception of rationality that elevates the digital model to a universal standard. This perspective not only classifies anything that exceeds this coding capacity as “irrational,” but also equates digital technologies with progress. Conversely, the critical approach inherent in the postdigital perspective seeks to expose this identification as a form of dogmatism or ideology.
2024
postdigital
digital
rationalism
irrationalism
technology
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