Life as a Machine

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.


Artificial intelligence. The very term evokes images of sentient robots, futuristic technologies, and a profound shift in the human condition. It conjures both utopian visions of problem-solving prowess and dystopian scenarios of uncontrolled power. The reality, however, is far more nuanced and complex. Life as a Machine: The Quest for True AI embarks on a journey into this multifaceted world, exploring the technical underpinnings of AI alongside its ethical dimensions and societal impact. We'll begin by tracing the historical trajectory of AI, from its conceptual genesis in the mid-20th century to the breakthroughs in machine learning and deep learning that have driven its recent resurgence. We will examine the diverse approaches to AI-symbolic AI, connectionism, and hybrid systems- highlighting their strengths and limitations. This book strives to be more than a chronicle of technical advancements. It's a critical examination of the field, exploring the philosophical challenges inherent in creating truly intelligent machines. What constitutes intelligence? Can machines truly "think," or are they merely sophisticated imitators? The pursuit of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), an AI with human-level cognitive abilities, raises fundamental questions about consciousness, self-awareness, and the very nature of intelligence itself. We'll examine these profound questions with a careful and critical eye.

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Life as a Machine

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.


Artificial intelligence. The very term evokes images of sentient robots, futuristic technologies, and a profound shift in the human condition. It conjures both utopian visions of problem-solving prowess and dystopian scenarios of uncontrolled power. The reality, however, is far more nuanced and complex. Life as a Machine: The Quest for True AI embarks on a journey into this multifaceted world, exploring the technical underpinnings of AI alongside its ethical dimensions and societal impact. We'll begin by tracing the historical trajectory of AI, from its conceptual genesis in the mid-20th century to the breakthroughs in machine learning and deep learning that have driven its recent resurgence. We will examine the diverse approaches to AI-symbolic AI, connectionism, and hybrid systems- highlighting their strengths and limitations. This book strives to be more than a chronicle of technical advancements. It's a critical examination of the field, exploring the philosophical challenges inherent in creating truly intelligent machines. What constitutes intelligence? Can machines truly "think," or are they merely sophisticated imitators? The pursuit of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), an AI with human-level cognitive abilities, raises fundamental questions about consciousness, self-awareness, and the very nature of intelligence itself. We'll examine these profound questions with a careful and critical eye.

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Life as a Machine

Life as a Machine

by Danny Kurt

Narrated by Digital Voice Alistair G

Unabridged — 6 hours, 14 minutes

Life as a Machine

Life as a Machine

by Danny Kurt

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Overview

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.


Artificial intelligence. The very term evokes images of sentient robots, futuristic technologies, and a profound shift in the human condition. It conjures both utopian visions of problem-solving prowess and dystopian scenarios of uncontrolled power. The reality, however, is far more nuanced and complex. Life as a Machine: The Quest for True AI embarks on a journey into this multifaceted world, exploring the technical underpinnings of AI alongside its ethical dimensions and societal impact. We'll begin by tracing the historical trajectory of AI, from its conceptual genesis in the mid-20th century to the breakthroughs in machine learning and deep learning that have driven its recent resurgence. We will examine the diverse approaches to AI-symbolic AI, connectionism, and hybrid systems- highlighting their strengths and limitations. This book strives to be more than a chronicle of technical advancements. It's a critical examination of the field, exploring the philosophical challenges inherent in creating truly intelligent machines. What constitutes intelligence? Can machines truly "think," or are they merely sophisticated imitators? The pursuit of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), an AI with human-level cognitive abilities, raises fundamental questions about consciousness, self-awareness, and the very nature of intelligence itself. We'll examine these profound questions with a careful and critical eye.


Product Details

BN ID: 2940194744589
Publisher: Field Books
Publication date: 01/01/2025
Edition description: Unabridged
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