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If there is a random number generator (RNG) in the computation flow is the computation flow still computable and determinable?
Comment by nonarkitten at 15/09/2024 at 20:38 UTC
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If it's a true RNG, the no, it's no longer determinable. Modern chips can have true RNGs as do TPMs. Even older microcontrollers could fashion a true RNG from a floating ADC input, the low bit is as good as quantum noise. True RNG is a key component in modern cryptography, but take a simple game where the AIs have to make decisions based on your player's actions. But now use a true RNG to adjust that, no two games would be the same and you could not determine the outcome.
It's something Quantic Dreams should look into for their next game.
Comment by Dunkmaxxing at 15/09/2024 at 11:59 UTC
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Yes. And if you think randomness constitutes for free will you aren't arguing for free will anymore.