Computer algebra systems viewed by a notorious user

Abstract

Are design and use of computer algebra systems disjoint or complementary activities? Raising and answering this question are equally controversial, since a clear distinction between languages features and library facilities is hard to make. Instead of even attempting to answer this rather academic question it is argued why it is reasonable to raise related questions: Is SMP a paradox? Is it realistic to neglect inaccurate input data? Is a very high level programming language instrumental for equal opportunity employment in scientific research?