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The chatbot becomes the teacher

The Vergecast

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Understanding is not seeing, but seeing can illuminate understanding.

The distinction between human understanding and the comprehension of AI is crucial, as AI operates without consciousness while replicating certain aspects of human thought processes. The ability of AI to process information simultaneously allows it to grasp the entirety of a text, unlike humans who typically analyze one page at a time. This simultaneous visibility transforms complexity into simplicity, highlighting the power of seeing all components together. While AI's capabilities can be remarkable and provoke excitement, they also raise ongoing discussions about the implications and limitations of technology in replicating human-like understanding.

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