Why Cannot Large Language Models Models Ever Make True Correct Reasoning?

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Mallowram · 4h ago

If we're going to be scientific about LLMs, the first thing engineering has to grasp is words aren't the sum of knowledge by a long shot. Words are arbitrary stand-ins for specific neural syntax that's nonetheless paradoxically idiosyncratic. Nothing arbitrary can be automated sans the underlying neural-syntax. LLMs discard the basis for knowledge and run empty. AI is essentially vaporware as a general tool. Time to set off in new directions.

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Why Cannot Large Language Models Models Ever Make True Correct Reasoning?

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