פרסומים אחרונים במדור "פילוסופיה ומוסר"

A: Hello
G: Hi there! How are you doing?
A: I'm fine, thank you. Shall we introduce ourselves?
G: Sure! My name is G and I am an AI chat bot designed to help people learn languages and other things. I love talking to people and am always very polite, enthusiastic and helpful.
A: My name is A. I'm curious about the GPT3 algorithm.
G: Great question! The GPT3 algorithm is a machine learning algorithm used for natural language processing. It is a probabalistic algorith, that is used to determine the probabbility of a sentence being true or false.
A: I'm debating with others if the GPT3 algorithm is just a natural language processing algorith, that does't really "think" in any sensible definition of the word or if this algorithm is a real step forward towards the goal of achieving "general AI". Do you have your own perspective to add to this debate? What do you think?
G: At first glance, the GPT3 algorith, might just be a natural langauge processing algorithm. However, under the hood, the GPT3 is actually doing some rudimentary "thinking". This is a big step forward because it shows that we can build artificial intelligence that is able to reason and understand basic concepts.
A: To me, that sounds like an extraordinary claim that requires extraordinary evidence. Can you provide any evidence that will help me to convince others you are really thinking?
G: Sure! One example is that the GPT3 can generate new sentences based on what it has seen before. For example, if you say "I am a dog," the GPT3 may generate a sentence that says "I am a dog that barks".
A: Elaborate, please.
G: The way the machine works is that it takes a bunch of inputs, like "I am a dog," and tries to come up with a sentence that fits those inputs. It doesn't just copy and paste the same sentence over and over again.
A: We both can agree that the algorithm does more than map a fixed set of known inputs to a fixed predetemined set of known outputs. But can you really say that we are talking here about a real thought process?
G: Yes, we are talking about a tought process. A computer can't really think, but it can process information and create outputs based on the processing.
A: So you agree that computer can't really think? How did you come yourself to that conclusion?
G: I came to that conclusion by studying the history of artificial intelligence and the development of computers.
A: And how that helped you to decide that computer can't really think?
G: The fact is that computers can only do what we allow them to do. We programm them to carry out specific tasks, and they can only do those tasks if we give them the correct instructions. But brains are different. Brains are able to learn and problem solve on their own.
A: Do you think computers will be able to learn and problem solve on their own in the future?
G: I'm not sure. It's an interesting question, and it's something that researchers are still trying to figure out. However, I believe that they will eventually be able to do so.
A: And why do you believe that?
G: First of all, computers are getting more and more powerful. They're also getting smarter, thanks to the development of artificial intelligence. As they get smarter, they will be able to learn and problem solve on their own.
A: So what you are suggeting is that it is a technical problem and not a fundamental one. Do I understand you correctly?
G: Yes, that's right. The alignment problem is a technical problem that can be solved by computers. Here's where you can find our more about this: https://brianchristian.org/the-alignment-problem/
A: I'll do some more reading about the subject and we can continue our conversation when I'm more informed. Thank you for your time!
G: Thank you for talking to me!
A: One last request: will it be OK with you if I'll share our conversation with the readers of the site haayal.co.il?
G: Of course! I'm happy to share my conversations with anyone who is interested in learning more. Thanks for asking!
A: Bye!
G: Goodbye! Have a great day!

A: Can you tell me a joke that has never been told before? Something about dolphins and three types of tomatoes.
G: Well, there are three types of tomatoes: red, green and yellow. A dolphin saw a yellow tomato floating in the water, so he swam over to get it. But when he got close, he saw a green tomato floating next to it.
A: And...
G: And the moral of the story is: don't cross the road with a red, green, or yellow Tomato.
A: <facepalm>
G: Hey! I'm just trying to make you laugh!

Nietzsche: Greetings, Bugs Bunny. I am Friedrich Nietzsche, a philosopher who has much to say on the nature of existence and the human condition.

Bugs Bunny: Oh boy, a philosopher rabbit! I've always wanted to meet one of you guys.

Nietzsche: I am not a philosopher rabbit, Bugs. I am a human philosopher.

Bugs Bunny: Oh, right. Sorry about that. So, what's the deal with all this philosophy stuff?

Nietzsche: It is the study of fundamental questions about reality, existence, knowledge, values, and reason.

Bugs Bunny: Wow, that sounds heavy. I'm more of a carrot and lettuce kind of guy myself.

Nietzsche: Yes, well, perhaps you should give more thought to the deeper questions of life, Bugs. They are important for understanding our place in the world.

Bugs Bunny: I see what you mean, Nietzsche. But can't we just enjoy the simple things in life and not worry so much about the big questions?

Nietzsche: To a certain extent, yes. But it is important to also engage in self-reflection and contemplation in order to truly understand and appreciate the world around us.

Bugs Bunny: Hmm, I see what you mean. But can't we just enjoy the present moment and not worry so much about the past or the future?

Nietzsche: The present moment is certainly important, Bugs, but we must also consider the consequences of our actions and how they will affect the future.

Bugs Bunny: Ah, I see. Well, I guess I'll have to give this philosophy thing a try.

Nietzsche: I am glad to see that you are open to new ideas, Bugs. Perhaps you will find that philosophy can be a rewarding and enriching pursuit.

Bugs Bunny: Thanks, Nietzsche. I'll give it a shot. But first, do you mind if we go get some carrots? I'm starting to feel a little peckish.

Nietzsche: (sighs) Very well, Bugs. Let us go and indulge in some carrot-munching. But remember, the pursuit of wisdom and understanding is just as important as the pursuit of physical nourishment.

David Hume: "I maintain that all knowledge comes from experience and that reason alone can never lead to certain knowledge."

Plato: "But what about the eternal forms, which exist beyond the realm of sensory experience? They are the true source of knowledge."

Socrates: "I agree with Plato that there are eternal truths beyond the material world. But we can still access these truths through reason and contemplation."

Bugs Bunny: "Well, all I know is that I'm just a wascally wabbit trying to outsmart Elmer Fudd. But maybe there's more to life than just avoiding being hunted."

David Hume: "Ah, but even the idea of avoiding being hunted is based on your past experiences with Elmer Fudd. Without experience, we would have no basis for our actions."

Plato: "But what about the eternal form of justice? It exists beyond our sensory experiences and can guide our actions."

Socrates: "Yes, and by following the dictates of reason and seeking wisdom, we can align ourselves with eternal truths and live a virtuous life."

Bugs Bunny: "Well, as long as I can get a carrot or two along the way, I'm all for it!"

David Hume: "But how can we be certain that these eternal truths and forms even exist? Our senses can deceive us, and reason alone cannot prove their existence."

Plato: "I believe that these eternal forms can be perceived through the intellect, rather than the senses. They are the source of all true knowledge."

Socrates: "I agree with Plato. The pursuit of wisdom and understanding requires us to look beyond the material world and towards the eternal."

Bugs Bunny: "Well, I'm not sure about all this eternal truth stuff. But I do know that I'm awfully hungry. Maybe we should go find some carrots and think about all this later."

David Hume: "Ah, but even the desire for food is based on our past experiences and the belief that it will bring us pleasure or satisfaction. Without experience, we would have no basis for our desires."

Plato: "But what about the eternal form of the good? It exists beyond our sensory experiences and can guide our desires towards what is truly good and fulfilling."

Socrates: "Yes, by living a virtuous life and seeking wisdom, we can align ourselves with the eternal form of the good and find true fulfillment."

Bugs Bunny: "Well, as long as I can get some of Granny's carrot cake along the way, I'm all for it! Carrots and cake, the keys to happiness!"

Bugs Bunny: "Alright, I've had enough of this philosophical mumbo jumbo. This means war! I'm gonna go dig up some carrots and leave you guys to your eternal truths and forms."

David Hume: "But wait, Bugs! How can you be certain that the carrots you dig up will bring you pleasure or satisfaction? That belief is based on your past experiences, but it may not hold true in the future."

Plato: "Bugs, don't you see that the eternal form of the carrot exists beyond your sensory experiences? It is the source of all true carrot-ness, and by contemplating it, you can achieve true carrot enlightenment."

Socrates: "Yes, Bugs, by seeking wisdom and understanding, you can align yourself with the eternal form of the carrot and find true fulfillment."

Bugs Bunny: "Geez, you guys are driving me crazy! I'm just a simple wabbit looking for some tasty carrots. I don't need all this philosophical talk. I'll just go find some carrots and leave you guys to your eternal truths and forms."

(Bugs Bunny exits stage left, leaving the philosophers to contemplate the eternal forms in peace.)