I started write an entry about the "Tao of Technological Automation." I realized about three paragraphs in that it was a boring and pointless piece of crap, so I deleted it.
I've seen how lots of people use technology in the past two decades. Most folks don't "get it." I'm tempted to try to explain it one more time, hoping someone will get it-- but no one cares. No one wants to plan or do the homework involved. After all, that's tedious and means answering hard questions such as, which is more important: security or convenience.
Don't make us think, dammit, Jonah! Just give us the chrome plated appliance with the flashing lights, so we can all feel better about our new toy and it will effortlessly and magically fix all our problems.
Here's one final sobering thought for you: If you stop thinking for yourself when it comes to technology, then how much do you trust the people that are thinking for you instead?