[The surprises only continue as Rinzler goes on. The way he describes it makes it sound as if programs aren’t totally unfamiliar with such awareness—only the current manner of input.
Perhaps now isn’t the time, but the scientist in Alan can’t resist.]
Can you tell what emotions I’m feeling now?
[Wonder. Bewilderment. And, as ever, a lingering sense of worry for his program’s well-being. Rinzler’s new awareness doesn’t sound actively harmful, but to Alan, anything stemming from a possible alteration to Rinzler’s code is cause for concern.]
no subject
Perhaps now isn’t the time, but the scientist in Alan can’t resist.]
Can you tell what emotions I’m feeling now?
[Wonder. Bewilderment. And, as ever, a lingering sense of worry for his program’s well-being. Rinzler’s new awareness doesn’t sound actively harmful, but to Alan, anything stemming from a possible alteration to Rinzler’s code is cause for concern.]