That was because there was a revolt against thinking machines and AI way in the past of the Dune…

The technology we see in Dune is functional and advanced but never automated. There are no super-intelligent androids, autopilots, artificial intelligence, etc. Many series (including Foundation) deal with the concept of technology becoming too powerful and intelligent. Herbert had the same fear but saw a future where humans take action before the breaking point.
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That was because there was a revolt against thinking machines and AI way in the past of the Dune timeline called the Butlerian Jihad. https://dune.fandom.com/wiki/Butlerian_Jihad
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