lines of code, but within the digital realm, they are given a body and even some form of free will. The Grid is their world and this world can reflect our own. The programs are humans, living in the Grid and being ruled by two, who are essentially the same as them, except they have more power. If the programs do not obey their will, then they are to be derezzed, terminated, or in human terms, killed. The users then can be compared to gods or personal deities, giving the programs life and being nearly nonexistent after creating them. The programs do mention their users yet find it hard to believe that any would venture into their computer world. It is not possible for users to enter their lives, just as it is not possible for higher beings to enter our own. This is a conversation to more likely happen between people and not computers. Humans have the capability to question their lives, while computers should only be limited to what is in their code, big questions that revolve around existence should only concern those created to address that subject. The user that does manage to infiltrate this world for programs is only known by few and never seen as a holy being. This powerful creator becomes…
Nickolai Titov, Gavin Andrews, Genevieve Schwencke (2008) decided they wanted to use a randomized trial to test if social phobia could be reduced using a computer program along with a therapist. The computer treatment program assisted by a therapist was the computerized cognitive behavioral treatment (CaCCBT) and a program for social phobia called the social program were used. Their hypothesis was social phobia would be reduced using the computer program to treat social phobia. Before…
The R.I.P Program In regards to the R.I.P system my position would be against it. For instance, using technology to determine outcomes of a person’s wellbeing, is insane in my opinion because doctors are depriving a human being from treatment, because a computer program helped them make that “informed decision”. The reason as to why I am position against the system is because a computer can interpret something incorrectly, causing a doctor to make a misguided decision about the need for a…
Death of a family member can be painful and heartbreaking. When a person is put in a situation to pull the plug or keep the person alive, the decision can be troublesome. A decision such as life or death towards a loved one shouldn’t be made by one person only. That’s why doctors play a major role in this situation, doctors can help us determine what we should do. However, Doctors don’t always make rational decisions in a stressful situation, they need extra help as well. The RIP system can be…
Honor- High in respect. Honor to me means alot to me because there has been many times i have been honored but honor means to me that you have done something that is great that helps or promotes other people or things. This is how my scientist has been honored. Thomas Samuel Kuhn born July 18, 1922, Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S. Thomas went to Harvard University and got his bachelor's degree in 1943 and his master’s in 1946 in physics. Thomas later got his Ph.D in 1949 in the history of science. He…
Computers and technology at large have change the lives of many people in the world both positively and negatively. Computers have unveiled many things which have greatly influenced our lives. This has made many teachers and students to adopt their use in classrooms. However, the use of computers in our classrooms have been characterized by over reliance on them. Cyber space have also played key roles in our lives. For instance there is increase in the number of research paper done each day…
Yesenia Paz (408) 242-3188 010518001 Unfortunately, my volunteer hours at Reading Partners are being cut, due to events that are being offered for the school, and there is no way of making up the hours. So in order to make the 72 hours I have made the choice of waiving my hours, and doing it at the Y where I work.If there was any way I could make up the hours that are going to be missed then I would have stayed. Yet, there are so many tutors that I am not needed for make up sessions. I…
Presenting Needs and Initial Intake: Our holistic work with community members begins with our Direct Service Network. Upon arrival at the Panacea Institute for Equality in Education, families are greeted with a “pre-screen” process to determine their presenting need. At this initial entry point, education challenges supersede all other family challenges. The support staff responsible for the prescreening process will determine the severity of the educational challenge and will determine how…
Procedural History: Schwartz, the defendant, was charged and convicted with three counts of computer crime under ORS 164.377 before a jury. ORS 164.377 is defined by three separate crimes. See Rule of Law. The defendant had argued that State attempted to prove that he violated ORS 164.377(2)(c). The parties argued that whether the evidence was sufficient to prove that the defendant's actions were for the purpose of committing theft. The defendant also argued that he couldn't have “taken” the…
will allow for longer sessions without discomfort and hoping that it will end. You also have a 40 lbs flywheel that guarantees a longer and smoother ride. With a lighter flywheel the problem is that it will sometimes vibrate, and you want to avoid that where possible. Because of the 40 lbs flywheel, you can work up a sweat in no time! Tracker with Amazing Accuracy You could probably compare this little tracker to the FitBit HR, and they will only be a few calories off from each other. The…