Document (#8234)

Author

Abrahamson, J.R.

Title

Mind, evolution, and computers

Source

AI magazine. 15(1994) no.1, S.19-22

Year

1994

Abstract

Science deals with knowledge of the material world based on objective reality, and is under constant attack by those who need magic, that is concepts based on imagination and desire. Roger Penrose in 'The emperor's new mind' attampts to look beyond objective reality to questions concerning the machinery and method of the operation of the human mind, using the theory that computers will never be able to duplicate the human experience. Shows where Penrose is wrong by reviewing the evolution of men and computers and speculating about where computers might and might not imitate human perception. Warns against the danger of passive acceptance when respected scientists venture into the occult

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