"It is almost universally agreed that consciousness and possession of a conscience are essential characteristics of human intelligence. While some believe it to be impossible to create artificial beings possessing these traits, and conclude that the ultimate major goal of Artificial Intelligence is hopeless, this book demonstrates that not only is it possible to create entities with capabilities in both areas, but that they demonstrate them in ways different from our own, thereby showing a new kind of consciousness."--Jacket.
Includes bibliographical references (p. [263]-268) and index.
Processing Action (note)
committed to retain
Contents
Presenting the actors -- Consciousness and conscience -- What does "itself" mean for an artificial being? -- Some aspects of consciousness -- Why is auto-observation useful? -- How to observe oneself -- The conscience -- Implemeting a conscience -- Around the conscience -- What is the future for CAIA?