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Answer by T.J.L. for Why do people in the Star Trek universe still use...

I have to challenge the whole premise of your question.There seem to be many malfunctions, people getting duplicated, merged, and what not.In TNG6x02 Realm of Fear, an experienced and respected...

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Answer by J Storm for Why do people in the Star Trek universe still use...

If we are only comparing the transport methods of shuttlecraft and transporters, which are both mainly used for going planetside for away missions. However, shuttle crafts can also be used on longer...

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Answer by Z. Cochrane for Why do people in the Star Trek universe still use...

Transporters ARE safe and reliablePeople use transporters because they are the fastest and most convenient way to travel. In the 24th century, they are also considered the safest way to travel. The...

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Answer by Raditz_35 for Why do people in the Star Trek universe still use...

They kind of made a big deal in TNG6x02 Realm of Fear that transporters are officially "the safest way to travel". Even if they are incredibly dangerous, I'm sure you have reason to believe so, the...

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Answer by Emsley Wyatt for Why do people in the Star Trek universe still use...

The same reason people fly despite the loss of life from plane crashes. It's convenient and probably safer than the alternative. Figure safe uses vs accidents. Despite the cases you've mentioned, I can...

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Why do people in the Star Trek universe still use transporters?

There seem to be many malfunctions, people getting duplicated, merged, and what not. Why do people still use the transporters? They don't exactly seem safe or reliable.

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