DDOA 3: AI and Screen Readers (7:38)


Download Audio | Published December 3, 2022

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Today while at work, I helped someone for the first time in a long time that used a screen reader. This episode is late due to checking out Chat Bot below are some of the more interesting things we talked about:

Me: Is Musk trying to build the Borg? OpenAI: There is no evidence to suggest that Elon Musk is trying to build the Borg, a fictional cybernetic organism from the Star Trek franchise. The Borg are a collective of cybernetically enhanced beings who are known for their ability to assimilate other species into their collective consciousness. Musk is a businessman and entrepreneur who is known for his work in the tech industry, particularly in the fields of space exploration, electric vehicles, and renewable energy. While his companies are at the forefront of technological innovation, there is no indication that he is working on creating a collective of cybernetic beings like the Borg.

Me: Could Neuralink be used to create a group like the Borg? OpenAI: It is highly unlikely that Neuralink, or any other technology currently in development, could be used to create a collective of cybernetic beings like the Borg. The Borg are a fictional creation, and the technology and capabilities they possess are far beyond anything that currently exists in the real world. Neuralink is a company that is developing technologies to link the human brain with artificial intelligence, but its goal is not to create a collective consciousness like the Borg. Neuralink's technology is still in the early stages of development, and it is focused on medical applications, such as treating neurological disorders. While the potential applications of Neuralink's technology are exciting, it is not currently capable of creating a collective like the Borg.

Me: Who are the Q? Open AI: The Q are a fictional race of powerful, god-like beings from the Star Trek franchise. They are known for their extraordinary abilities, including the power to manipulate time, space, and reality itself. The Q are also immortal, meaning that they do not age or die from natural causes. In the Star Trek universe, the Q are a mysterious and enigmatic race, and little is known about their origins or motivations. They are often portrayed as being aloof and arrogant, and they often use their powers to test or challenge the crews of the various Starfleet vessels that encounter them. Despite their god-like abilities, the Q are not immune to the consequences of their actions, and they must deal with the repercussions of their actions just like any other being.

Me: Was Trelane a Q? Open AI: Trelane is a fictional character from the Star Trek franchise, but he is not a member of the Q. Trelane is a powerful being who appeared in the episode "The Squire of Gothos" of the original Star Trek series. In the episode, Trelane is revealed to be a member of a highly advanced and ancient race, but he is not a member of the Q. The Q are a separate race of god-like beings who have their own unique abilities and characteristics. Trelane is known for his child-like demeanor and his love of games and puzzles, which sets him apart from the more serious and aloof Q. While Trelane is a powerful and mysterious character, he is not a member of the Q race.

Me: Could a Borg Cube assimilate a member of Q? Open AI: It is unclear whether a Borg Cube could assimilate a member of the Q. The Borg are a fictional race of cybernetic beings from the Star Trek franchise, and they are known for their ability to assimilate other species into their collective consciousness. The Q, on the other hand, are a powerful and god-like race who possess abilities that far surpass those of the Borg. It is not known if the Borg's ability to assimilate other beings would work on a member of the Q, as the Q are immortal and nearly invulnerable. Additionally, the Q have the ability to manipulate time, space, and reality itself, which could potentially allow them to protect themselves from the Borg's assimilation efforts. In the end, it is difficult to say whether a Borg Cube could assimilate a member of the Q, as it is a theoretical scenario with no known outcome.

Me: If the Borg did assimilate a Q, would the Borg gain the power of a Q? Open AI: If the Borg were able to assimilate a member of the Q, it is unlikely that they would gain the full range of powers possessed by the Q. The Borg are a fictional race of cybernetic beings from the Star Trek franchise, and they are known for their ability to assimilate other species into their collective consciousness. When the Borg assimilate other beings, they incorporate their technology, knowledge, and abilities into their own collective. However, the powers of the Q are unique and incredibly powerful, and it is uncertain whether the Borg's ability to assimilate other beings would be able to fully incorporate these abilities. Additionally, the Q are immortal and nearly invulnerable, and it is not known if the Borg's assimilation process would be able to fully incorporate these traits. In the end, it is difficult to say what would happen if the Borg were to assimilate a member of the Q, as it is a theoretical scenario with no known outcome.

Me: In review, is Kirk better than Picard? Open AI: The question of whether Captain Kirk or Captain Picard is better is a matter of personal opinion and cannot be definitively answered. Both characters are iconic and beloved figures in the Star Trek franchise, and they have their own unique strengths and weaknesses. Captain Kirk, who is the protagonist of the original Star Trek series, is known for his bold and decisive leadership, as well as his bravery and combat skills. Captain Picard, who is the protagonist of Star Trek: The Next Generation, is known for his intelligence, diplomacy, and strategic thinking. Both captains have their own unique styles and approaches to leadership, and which one is better is ultimately a matter of personal preference.

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