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Galatea 2.2
Book • 1995
Richard Powers's 'Galatea 2.
2' is a unique novel that explores the nature of artificial intelligence and consciousness.
The story follows the creation of an artificial intelligence program designed to pass the Turing test.
Powers blends fiction with philosophical and scientific concepts, creating a thought-provoking narrative about the potential and limitations of AI. The novel delves into the complexities of language, learning, and creativity, raising questions about what it means to be human.
'Galatea 2.
2' is a fascinating exploration of the intersection of technology and consciousness, leaving readers to ponder the nature of intelligence and the future of AI.
2' is a unique novel that explores the nature of artificial intelligence and consciousness.
The story follows the creation of an artificial intelligence program designed to pass the Turing test.
Powers blends fiction with philosophical and scientific concepts, creating a thought-provoking narrative about the potential and limitations of AI. The novel delves into the complexities of language, learning, and creativity, raising questions about what it means to be human.
'Galatea 2.
2' is a fascinating exploration of the intersection of technology and consciousness, leaving readers to ponder the nature of intelligence and the future of AI.
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as a book by Richard Powers about AI, written in the early or mid 90s.


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as a book that set her world on fire with its vision of artificial intelligence.


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