Quote by Steven Pinker

the mind is a neural computer

the mind is a neural computer

Summary

This quote suggests that the mind, like a computer, operates through neural processes. It indicates that our thoughts, feelings, and consciousness can be interpreted as the result of complex computations within the neural networks in our brains. Just as a computer processes information and performs tasks using algorithms, the mind functions similarly by processing and manipulating neural signals. This perspective emphasizes the role of the brain's neural architectures in generating and shaping our cognitive experiences.

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By Steven Pinker

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