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Subject: possible value of AI
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Gilbert Cockton writes:

"... Once again, what the hell can a computer program tell us about
ourselves? Secondly, what can it tell us that we couldn't find out by
studying people instead?"

What do people use mirrors for? What the hell can a MIRROR tell us about
ourselves? Secondly, what can it tell us that we couldn't find out by
studying people instead?

	Isn't it possible that a computer program could have properties
which might facilitate detailed self analysis? I believe some people
have already seen the dim reflection of true intelligence in the primitive
attempts of AI research. Hopefully all that is needed is extensive 
polishing and the development of new tools.

				David Sirag
				UTRC