Will Humans Be Able to Control Computers That Are Smarter Than Us?

Will Humans Be Able to Control Computers That Are Smarter Than Us?

5/18/2015

link

http://nautil.us/blog/will-humans-be-able-to-control-computers-that-are-smarter-than-us

summary

This blog post examines the prospect of humans being able to control computers that surpass our own intelligence. It discusses the concept of artificial general intelligence (AGI) and the potential for machines to outperform humans in cognitive tasks. The article raises questions about the implications of AGI and the challenges that come with controlling superintelligent machines. It explores various perspectives, including the idea of aligning AI's goals with human values and the potential risks associated with creating intelligence greater than our own. Ultimately, the post seeks to provoke thought and discussion about the future relationship between humans and intelligent machines.

tags

artificial intelligence ꞏ machine learning ꞏ human-computer interaction ꞏ future technology ꞏ cognitive computing ꞏ technological advancements ꞏ computer science ꞏ human intelligence ꞏ human control ꞏ computer intelligence ꞏ automation ꞏ neural networks ꞏ programming ꞏ robotics ꞏ human-machine collaboration ꞏ algorithmic decision-making ꞏ ethical implications ꞏ machine autonomy ꞏ advanced technology ꞏ smart machines ꞏ technological singularity ꞏ synthetic intelligence ꞏ ai development ꞏ human consciousness ꞏ digital revolution ꞏ intelligence augmentation ꞏ human-computer symbiosis ꞏ future of computing ꞏ emerging technologies ꞏ superintelligence ꞏ human-computer interface ꞏ technological progress