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The brain is a very complex [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neural_network neural network]. Understanding how a simple [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neural_network neural network] functions is the most important [[necessary prerequisite|prerequisite]] to understanding the brain. The functions are identical, just on a much larger scale. | The brain is a very complex [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neural_network neural network]. Understanding how a simple [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neural_network neural network] functions is the most important [[necessary prerequisite|prerequisite]] to understanding the brain. The functions are identical, just on a much larger scale. | ||
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[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Large_language_model Large Language Models] in AI, a topic currently in the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zeitgeist zeitgeist], are likewise based on neural networks. | [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Large_language_model Large Language Models] in AI, a topic currently in the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zeitgeist zeitgeist], are likewise based on neural networks. | ||
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The brain is the source of consciousness. The notion of mind-body dualism is rejected by materialism. It follows that free will does not exist and all of our actions are deterministic.
Understanding the basic functions of the brain should be a necessary prerequisite for life in modern society. Since we are nothing more than self-aware brains, we should be aware of how the brain creates the self. This section will attempt to provide a general summary of the most important aspects of neurophysiology and psychology needed to understand the mind/body relationship and how feedback from our environment shapes our thoughts and behavior.
Neural Networks
The brain is a very complex neural network. Understanding how a simple neural network functions is the most important prerequisite to understanding the brain. The functions are identical, just on a much larger scale.
Artificial Intelligence
Large Language Models in AI, a topic currently in the zeitgeist, are likewise based on neural networks.