Computer Science: An Overview: Global Edition (12th Edition)

Published by Pearson Higher Education
ISBN 10: 1292061162
ISBN 13: 978-1-29206-116-0

Chapter 12 - Theory of Computation - Social Issues - Page 573: 3

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Turing's thesis has significant consequences for humanity's understanding of intelligence and the capabilities of computational devices. If the human mind can be seen as an algorithmic device, then it suggests that all of its functions, including reasoning, learning, and creativity, could in theory be replicated by a Turing machine or similar computational device. However, the extent to which Turing machines encompass the computational abilities of the human mind is a matter of ongoing debate. While Turing machines are capable of performing any computation that can be algorithmically defined, they may not capture all aspects of human intelligence, such as consciousness, emotions, and subjective experiences. The thesis also raises questions about the nature of intelligence and whether it is fundamentally computational in nature. Some argue that there may be aspects of human intelligence that cannot be captured by computational devices, suggesting that the human mind may operate on principles that are not purely algorithmic. Overall, Turing's thesis challenges our understanding of intelligence and raises important philosophical questions about the nature of the mind and the potential limits of computational devices.
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