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From: sst@bouw.tno.nl (Tako Schotanus)
Subject: Re: The turing test
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In article <D5rFM0.FIx@aplcenmp.apl.jhu.edu>, krobair@aplcenmp.apl.jhu.edu (Robair kevin a. 301-925-0694) says:
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>I would suggest a book entitled "The Emperors New Mind" by Roger Penrose. In
>it, he discusses the Turing test, and possibly ( I think definitely ) shows 
>why the human mind is NOT a digital computer. This is one of the most 

Of course not... it's an ANALOG one *grin*

>interesting  books I have ever read, which raised more questions than it 
>answered. Incidentally, if the human mind is NOT a digital computer, this
>does not mean a digital computer cannot become self aware. And as far 
>as my 2 cents about the Turing test, I do not believe a complete Turing test
>can be devised until we understand just what it is about the brain that
>allows us to be self aware. 

You know, I even wonder if the Turing test is a good way to test
intelligence and self-awareness. I think it just tests wether you're
human or a good simulacron. When will we stop to think that in order
to be classified "intelligent" you have to speak a (human) language
and be able to answer questions about emotions and late-night TV?

>
>Kevin
>krobair@aplcenmp.apl.jhu.edu
>
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