I do know how a computer works though, at least the abstract idealized computer. I really hope I know because my last long term project was about machine learning models (not how to apply, but how to improve models), otherwise...

How it improves safety: Knowing the limits of the system you use is quite useful wouldn't you agree? Knowing why brakes can fail, and in which conditions would be a lifesaver for example.

Maybe it's ADHD dude, I learn what I use.