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John Searle's 1980 definition of "Strong AI" linked to functionalism

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Philosopher John Searle defined "Strong AI" in 1980, positing that a correctly programmed computer could genuinely possess consciousness and cognitive states. He later aligned this concept with functionalism, the idea that mental states are defined by their functional roles. AI

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John Searle's 1980 definition of "Strong AI" linked to functionalism

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    Functionalism John Searle proposed a definition of "Strong AI" in 1980. "The appropriately programmed computer really is a mind, in the sense that computers giv

    Functionalism John Searle proposed a definition of "Strong AI" in 1980. "The appropriately programmed computer really is a mind, in the sense that computers given the right programs can be literally said to understand and have other cognitive states." He refined it over the years…

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