Expert: Chuck Cosby - 5/29/2006

Question
I am trying to evaluate a supposedly
"human thinking" machine program.

Typical IQ Test questions are typed in,
and correct answers are displayed. For example,
all apples are red, but no apples are square.
Are any square objetcs apples?

I've seen a computer answer these type of logic questions correctly, but I'm thinking this type of program could easily be written, and it is
not truly a "thinking machine" that is displaying human like intelligence.

I cannot reveal much more info than this right now, as there is a patent pending on this AI computer program, and I have signed a none disclosure agreement. I'm just trying to figure out if this demonstration proves anything?

Your comments will be appreciated ... thanks!"


Answer
First, I have never found AI to be easy to program.  But my real question is:  What's the purpose of the program you propose?  Does it have any comeerical value?  I can't see anything.  Visit www.cyc.com for a system somewhat similar to what you mention