Our philosopher for tomorrow's discussion is Searle who i actually understand quite easily. His philosophy is based around if computers can think for themselves. He basically says that computers simply take information and pass it along so they can't think just take and do whatever is imputted. This in my mind makes a great deal of sense.
Factual Question: Does Searle believe that computers can think? No
Discussion Question: Why do we think computers can think? I personally think we think this in some cases because the programs that are being developed have been in development for many years and we don't really think about how sensitive our technology has become in terms of adaptability.
I agree weith Searle that computers simply take the inputted information and transfer it.
ReplyDeleteF: Which philosopher discussed the idea of computers thinking for themselves? -Searle
D: What would it mean for society if computers could think for themselves?
Factual Question: (T or F) Was Searle intrigued by the idea that one day computers would do more than crack codes? (T)
ReplyDeleteDiscussion Question: Is it fair that we judge whether or not a person is intelligent based on the answers they give to questions?
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I agree that computers cannot think. They are machines, and while they can process inputted information, they can't make decisions.
ReplyDeleteF: Did Searle believe that computers would one day be able to think? Yes
D: Will computers become advanced enough in the future to where they can actually think for themselves?
Btw, I won't be able to make it to class today, I'm going to be stuck in Nashville.
Question: What is the Turing Test? A: A test to see if a computer is actually intelligent.
ReplyDeletequestion: Can computers think based on searles test?
ReplyDeleteWas searle correct in his assumption that computers could never answer intelligently?
Factual Question: Does Searle believe that computers can think? No
ReplyDeleteDiscussion Question: Why do we think computers can think? I personally think we think this in some cases because the programs that are being developed have been in development for many years and we don't really think about how sensitive our technology has become in terms of adaptability.
In Searle's eyes, are our brains like a computer? (no)
ReplyDeleteCan our brains really be compared to computers? Why or why not?