And I would differentiate spontaneity from randomness, because a simple random number generator can be random. I suppose spontaneity requires, to some degree, intent?
randomness is a statistical property. simple RN generators (like Math.rand()) follow a pattern based on an initial seed. security-minded RN generators use a naturally random process, and is therefore mathematically random.
spontaneity is a different concept. unless an algorithm is programmed to appear spontaneous, it won't exhibit that property (however you define it).
to the broader question of "can a computer become conscious" the answer is unequivocally NO.
shitface9000 0 points 9 months ago
randomness is a statistical property. simple RN generators (like Math.rand()) follow a pattern based on an initial seed. security-minded RN generators use a naturally random process, and is therefore mathematically random.
spontaneity is a different concept. unless an algorithm is programmed to appear spontaneous, it won't exhibit that property (however you define it).
to the broader question of "can a computer become conscious" the answer is unequivocally NO.