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frame-problem
A fundamental issue in AI concerning how systems can efficiently update their knowledge about a changing world without exhaustive reprocessing.
1 chapter across 1 book
Mind over machine: the power of human intuition and expertise (1988)Stuart E. Athanasiou, Tom Dreyfus
Chapter 3
Chapter 3 traces the evolution of artificial intelligence from early optimistic expectations to a more cautious and realistic understanding of its capabilities and limitations. It discusses foundational AI research, challenges such as natural language processing and common sense reasoning, and alternative approaches including connectionist models and holistic systems. The chapter also highlights key figures and programs, reflecting on the complexity of simulating human thought and the ongoing debates within AI research.