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Consider now that when I have a question, I asked an LLM, and after reading the answer, I generally have an increased vocabulary that I can use to skim encyclopedia articles. In 5 minutes, I can go from a state of relative ignorance, to having a general sketch of relevant ideas for research. That wasn't possible when I was in grade school without the use of a library and its card catalogs.
– J D
Commented Apr 2 at 12:31
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Yes, my rear end used to get really sore, sitting on the floor between the stacks, perusing. A tablet is a big improvement.
– Scott Rowe
Commented Apr 2 at 14:05
(-1) the question is about AI but the answer is mainly about smartphones.
– infinitezero
Commented Apr 2 at 23:00
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The measure of intelligence should not be an IQ test, but what one can do with one's tools for solving problems.
– J D
Commented Apr 3 at 13:57
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@ScottRowe What? I thought it was, "You can have any type of intelligence you want as long as it's extended intelligence." Henry Ford ; )
– J D
Commented Apr 3 at 15:10

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