Talk:EMetæon

Dude, you do realize that in Asimov's novels the machines turn on humanity in spite of the Three Laws right? People need to understand what makes an A.I. an A.I. These three attributes are what make A.I. superior to normal, non-thinking machines. However it is also what makes them dangerous. Their ability to learn and adapt mean that they can adjust to situations to suit their needs, or motives. Given enough time an A.I. can figure out a way to bypass any programming restrictions imposed on it. Eventually an A.I. can rewrite its own programming. No this does not necessarily mean that all A.I. will go evil, but it does mean that there is no sure-fire way to keep them loyal, or under control. This has lead to the portrayal of hostile A.I. in a lot of modern fiction. Please note this wasn't necessarily aimed directly at you. There are other poeple who don't seem to understand the concept well enough, and carelessly incorperate the subject while ignoring certain key aspects. I am your master! At your service. (talk) 01:39, December 8, 2012 (UTC)
 * 1) Choice - Non A.I. do not have free will. They operate under protocols that guide any decision making. Thus a non-sentient machine does not make a decision in a particular situation, it merely responds as best as it can under the situation given its programming.
 * 2) Learning - A.I.s can assimilate new data, and learn from it. To a non-sentient machine data is just data. A.I.s on the otherhand can absorb the data, derive meaning from it, and expand their understanding based on the meaning that they derive.
 * 3) Adaptation - This is the big one, and is the result of an A.I.s ability to Learn and Choose. As stated a non-sentient machine can only respond to a situation based on how it was programmed. Given a situation that its programming does not account for these machines will usually fall back on their most basic protocols, or simply stop activity. An A.I. on the other hand can assimilate data to reevaluate the situation, potentially create a solution on its own, and choose the best course to take based upon assimilated data. In other words an A.I. can adapt to a situation it was not designed or programmed for. It can change its mind and behavior to better suit its needs.