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I see what you are saying; however, while I understand that the physics of our actual universe generally makes planets spherical, I don’t think a flat earth is IMPOSSIBLE in our actual universe.Although the underyling physics of the universe would be different in a flat-Earth scenario, so who knows what that would look like.
All I am saying is that if the earth were in fact flat - which I think is a possible state of affairs - the worldwide communications needed for the internet could still be implemented, even if not by satellites orbiting a spherical earth. Is that clear?
Well then, please clarify. A number of ys are unclear what you are asking.Sure. You may be correct. Not what I'm looking for.
I see what you are saying; however, while I understand that the physics of our actual universe generally makes planets spherical, I don’t think a flat earth is IMPOSSIBLE in our actual universe.
Do you?
All I am saying is that if the earth were in fact flat - which I think is a possible state of affairs - the worldwide communications needed for the internet could still be implemented, even if not by satellites orbiting a spherical earth. Is that clear?
All I am saying is that if the earth were in fact flat - which I think is a possible state of affairs - the worldwide communications needed for the internet could still be implemented, even if not by satellites orbiting a spherical earth. Is that clear?
Flat Earthers argue for more than just a flat Earth though... Their entire concept of our solar system would be radically different. I have no idea how such physics are supposed to work in that universe.
Perhaps someone should explain what you don't understand? I mean, the point is: the earth is round. We have technology and internet. Is there a way to show that such advances (in technology) would not be possible if the earth was flat?
Satellite technology, upon which the whole international internet thing is predicated assumes a celestial and terrestrial sphere. Doesn't just assume it, relies upon it.I'm sorry, 46.
I don't understand it either.
If my memory serves me correctly, VDTs became CRTs became CONSOLES became WORKSTATIONS became MONITORS became FLAT PANELS became LAPT...
Oh, wait!
You said FLAT EARTH ... not FLAT PANEL!
Nevermind!
Perhaps someone should explain what you don't understand? I mean, the point is: the earth is round. We have technology and internet. Is there a way to show that such advances (in technology) would not be possible if the earth was flat?
I see what you are saying; however, while I understand that the physics of our actual universe generally makes planets spherical, I don’t think a flat earth is IMPOSSIBLE in our actual universe.
Do you?
Insignificant perhaps by volume (remembering about 95% of the internet is porn or the like), but not insignificant by consequence. Whenever you hop on a commercial passenger aeroplane across the continent or ocean you are relying on technology that works because the mathematics used to make it work is under pinned by the spherical shape of the Earth.Here's another from the BBC talking about how the our data is carried by cables and the amount ever presumed carried by satellites is insignificant.
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I see what you are saying; however, while I understand that the physics of our actual universe generally makes planets spherical, I don’t think a flat earth is IMPOSSIBLE in our actual universe.
Do you?
Absolutely true.I hear that the Flat Earth Society has members all around the world
Insignificant perhaps by volume (remembering about 95% of the internet is porn or the like), but not insignificant by consequence. Whenever you hop on a commercial passenger aeroplane across the continent or ocean you are relying on technology that works because the mathematics used to make it work is under pinned by the spherical shape of the Earth.
UNLESS we know that the earth is round.
I challenge you not to do this.So...I have been recently reading about some flat earth ideas....
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