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The universe as a computing system
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The universe could be seen as a computing system that is infinitely creative, exploring all possible configurations. Despite not knowing the rules governing the universe's contemplation of itself, this exploration continues through the assembly of objects in space and time.
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Stephen Wolfram discusses his theories on the universe as a Turing machine and the value of exploring all possible configurations using assembly theory.
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Philosophy
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Stephen Wolfram discusses his theories on the universe as a Turing machine and the value of exploring all possible configurations using assembly theory. He emphasizes the importance of being able to test assumptions through experiment or thought experiment.
ChapterThe universe as a computing system
Episode#269 – Lee Cronin: Origin of Life, Aliens, Complexity, and Consciousness
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Discussing the universe as a Turing-like computing system, the speaker contemplates whether the universe is just discrete or if it had to make a continuous to discrete transition.
4:07:35 - 4:11:22 (03:47)
Universe
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Discussing the universe as a Turing-like computing system, the speaker contemplates whether the universe is just discrete or if it had to make a continuous to discrete transition.