Singularity & Family History Work

Singularity is the notion that exponential technological progress will yield uncontrollable artificial intelligence that will overthrow or end humanity. While I find this hypothesis interesting, it is not my cup of tea. I do however find the rate of progress of technology that it suggests inspiring. This progress is clearly seen in the readings for class. The articles were dated over a 20 year span, and give unquestionable evidence to support the radical evolution of technology. Family History and the church has been greatly effected by the progress. The 1991 article, "Linking the Family of Man", explains that "FamilySearch uses little compact discs - the same electronic marvels that you see in the record stores." CD's are almost obsolete and even comical in our day. Rather, riding the wave of technology, familysearch.org is completely online and looking to receive "help from millions to save billions" (Future of FamilySearch.org Explained at Seminar). It is truly a remarkable era in which we live.