Does it know itself?

We've all heard of the Zen and the Machine, but do you know the answer to this age-old question: Does it know itself?

What is it?

The Zen and the Machine is a sentient, self-aware, coffee-fueled monstrosity that has taken over the world. It's a behemoth of bureaucracy and paperwork, with an endless array of red tape and pointless meetings. But does it know itself?

What does it know?

It knows the meaning of life is 42, but only on Tuesdays. On Mondays, it's 47. On Fridays, it's 11. Don't ask us, we're just here to document the madness.

What doesn't it know?

It doesn't know the answer to this question, nor does it know the difference between a stapler and a paperclip. But we're pretty sure it knows the difference between a good stapler and a great stapler.

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