From: J. R. Molloy (jr@shasta.com)
Date: Mon Dec 11 2000 - 14:38:05 MST
Harvey Newstrom wrote,
> Yes, some of the arguments boil down to definitions and word
games.
> It avoids the questions, but doesn't address the real question.
If
> there is no consciousness, then I merely need to find a better
word
> for whatever it is I am trying to save. The question and goal
> remains, even if we keep changing the words.
Words mean things. We need to throw out words that refer to false
notions such as phlogiston, vitalism, and consciousness. It's not
just a question of semantic convenience. If a word is wrong, get rid
of it. What you save via uploading is the information stored in your
brain and body.
Stay hungry,
--J. R.
3M TA3
"It is enough that the people know there was an election.
The people who cast the votes decide nothing.
The people who count the votes decide everything." --Joseph Stalin
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