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LLMs: Stochastic Parrots or Sparks of AGI?

2025-03-28
LLMs: Stochastic Parrots or Sparks of AGI?

A debate on the nature of Large Language Models (LLMs) is coming! Emily M. Bender (coiner of the 'stochastic parrot' term) from the University of Washington will clash with OpenAI's Sébastien Bubeck (author of the influential 'Sparks of Artificial General Intelligence' paper) on whether LLMs truly understand the world or are just sophisticated simulations. Moderated by IEEE Spectrum's Eliza Strickland, the event invites audience participation through Q&A and voting. This debate delves into the fundamental questions of AI and is not to be missed!

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AARON: The Long Life of an AI Painting System

2025-02-28
AARON: The Long Life of an AI Painting System

Harold Cohen, a renowned painter and engineer, dedicated his life to exploring the intersection of art and computers. His AI painting system, AARON, is one of the longest-running AI systems in history. From simple black and white line drawings to full-color paintings, AARON evolved, collaborating with Cohen to produce countless stunning works. AARON is not only a milestone in art history but also profoundly impacted the field of AI's understanding of creativity.

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CHM Releases Xerox Alto Source Code: A Glimpse into Computing History

2025-01-31
CHM Releases Xerox Alto Source Code: A Glimpse into Computing History

The Computer History Museum (CHM) has released the source code for the Xerox Alto, a groundbreaking personal computer that pioneered many features we take for granted today, including bitmapped displays, the mouse, and WYSIWYG word processing. The article recounts the evolution of personal computing, from mainframes to early homebrew computers and finally the Xerox Alto, showcasing the rapid advancements in technology and Alto's lasting influence. The released source code includes the Alto's operating system, applications, and Ethernet networking software, offering invaluable resources for researchers and enthusiasts.

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In Memoriam: Donald Bitzer, Pioneer of Computing

2024-12-13
In Memoriam: Donald Bitzer, Pioneer of Computing

The Computer History Museum mourns the passing of Donald L. Bitzer (1934-2024), a pioneering computer scientist. Co-inventor of the flat-panel plasma display and creator of the PLATO system—the world's earliest time-shared computer-based education system and a groundbreaking online community—Bitzer's innovations presaged many modern online features. PLATO included forums, message boards, online testing, email, chat rooms, instant messaging, and multiplayer games, laying the groundwork for the interconnected digital world we know today.

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