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Is the Whole Universe a Computer™?

Future of Coding

CHAPTER

The Universe as a Computational Entity

This chapter examines philosophical ideas surrounding computation and the universe, exploring John Searle's concepts about the mind's relationship with digital computation. It delves into the distinctions between interpretive frameworks and the physical nature of reality, questioning if the universe can be viewed as a computer. The discussion highlights the human sense of wonder, the complexities of existence, and how engaging with theoretical puzzles shapes our understanding of life and our place within the cosmos.

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