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The 300-Year-Old Physics Mistake No One Noticed

Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal

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Exploring Landauer's Principle and Thermodynamic Implications

This chapter analyzes Landauer's principle, emphasizing its connection to entropy and computation. It critiques conventional interpretations, particularly at the molecular scale, arguing that the dynamics of probability play a crucial role in determining entropy generation. The discussion also revisits Szilard's engine and the implications of fluctuations, ultimately challenging the traditional understanding of thermodynamics in computational contexts.

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