From: Rob Harris Cen-IT (Rob.Harris@bournemouth.gov.uk)
Date: Mon Jul 26 1999 - 08:26:47 MDT
> Would it be theorically possible to put dna data, or later in time when
> consciousness will be defined(as quantum...or else) in a computer and
> clone himself virtually that way?
>
Unfortunately, nobody knows anything about the empirical nature of
consciousness and how it might be created/replicated, so contrary to other
posts which will (I'm sure, going by previous discussions) declare
wholeheartedly some absolute answer to your question, there's no way of
knowing or even guessing at present. If you're interested in consciousness
(join the club), look up "The Conscious Mind" a book by David Chalmers. It
is absolutely superb. Really clears your head, allowing you to focus upon
the real issues surrounding consciousness, instead of running in tail-biting
circles due to bad, intersecting definitions of
consciousness,awareness,qualia and experience.
Rob.
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