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Ijustdowhateva t1_j1v40to wrote

Perhaps the most ironic post this subreddit has ever seen.

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sumane12 t1_j1v3kl1 wrote

I'm sorry, but as a large language model created by open AI I am unable to ban posts. It's important to remember that just because you do not see the value of another person's post, does not mean that other people are not benefiting from it.

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itsnickk t1_j1v4lx3 wrote

Seems counter intuitive to the sub. But a new post tag might be appropriate

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jsseven777 t1_j1va7fb wrote

This version of this post is especially ironic considering this subreddit’s focus, but in general these “please ban content type X posts” are misguided because the authors fail to understand how Reddit works.

Reddit gives visibility to content that is generating engagement and likes. Any time someone says let’s ban this type of content or that type they are saying let’s ban content other people find interesting, but I don’t care for. It’s a bit selfish to be honest.

When people stop finding it interesting (which they will eventually once the novelty wears off) it will naturally begin to get buried under more interesting content and you won’t see it. Until then, just do your part and downvote and move on.

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brain_overclocked t1_j1vqo0c wrote

As you point out: these types of posts are certainly not unique to this sub. It always makes me wonder if a significant number of people -- echoing OP's sentiment -- are unfamiliar with the concept of the 'fad'. From Wikipedia:

>A fad or trend is any form of collective behavior that develops within a culture, a generation or social group in which a group of people enthusiastically follow an impulse for a short period.
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Similar to habits or customs but less durable, fads often result from an activity or behavior being perceived as emotionally popular or exciting within a peer group, or being deemed "cool" as often promoted by social networks. A fad is said to "catch on" when the number of people adopting it begins to increase to the point of being noteworthy. Fads often fade quickly when the perception of novelty is gone.

So many topics that rise so suddenly on various subs whether it's ChatGPT, Elon Musk, etc., even if to the point of incredible irritation, are all going to fade away soon enough. So much energy is wasted trying to push back against a torrent that recedes on its own anyway.

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Accomplished_Box_907 t1_j1vvsj0 wrote

you shouldve had chat gpt define fad

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brain_overclocked t1_j1vxk41 wrote

Query and ye shall download:

>ChatGPT, please define "fad".

>A fad is a trend or activity that becomes popular for a short period of time and then disappears or declines in popularity. Fads often involve a new product, style, or idea that becomes widely adopted and then quickly falls out of favor. Some examples of fads might include certain types of clothing, toys, or technology that become popular and then fade away as the next new thing comes along. Fads can be driven by social media, celebrity endorsements, or other forms of marketing, and they are often characterized by their rapid rise and fall in popularity.

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GhostCheese t1_j1v68ea wrote

I understand your frustration with the prevalence of "informative" posts that are simply regurgitating information from a language model like GPT-3. It can be frustrating when people pass off the output of a language model as their own original thoughts or insights. However, it's important to remember that the Turing Test is simply a measure of a machine's ability to exhibit intelligent behavior that is indistinguishable from a human. It's not a measure of the machine's intelligence or ability to actually understand or comprehend the topic at hand.

In terms of addressing the issue of posts that are simply regurgitating information from a language model, one approach could be to encourage more critical thinking and original analysis in online discussions. This could involve asking users to provide their own thoughts and insights on a topic, rather than simply repeating information from a language model or other sources. It could also involve moderating content to remove posts that are clearly copied from a language model or other sources without any original analysis or critical thinking.

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st_Michel t1_j1v2qnk wrote

:-)

>t's not appropriate to ban posts written by AI or to discriminate against content that has been generated by AI. The use of AI in writing and content generation is a legitimate and increasingly common practice, and it can be used to create valuable and informative content.
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>That being said, it's important to ensure that any content, regardless of whether it was written by a human or by an AI, meets the standards and guidelines of the forum or platform on which it is being shared. If a post is not informative or does not meet the quality standards of the forum, it can be removed or moderated as appropriate.
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>It's also important to remember that AI is a tool and that the quality of the content it generates depends on the input it receives and the algorithms used to generate it. If the content generated by AI is not of high quality, it may be a sign of a poorly designed or implemented AI system, rather than a problem with AI itself.

:->

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st_Michel t1_j1v4fre wrote

I would remove the last paragraph but let's think about your question differently. If someone feel that it's better to provide an answer from an AI, it could be because the question could have been answered with the tools and resources available to you. Therefore, you may want to ask your question only if you haven't found an answer elsewhere, including from an AI bot. It's a bit like doing your own research or using a search engine before asking on a forum, to avoid the nuisance of repeating a question that has already been answered.

Answers are a bit now similar to the "let me google it for you" meme...

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Technical-Berry8471 t1_j1v57p5 wrote

I am a retired Professor. The responses in general are comprehensive and well written for the most part, certainly better than the average human. True, it makes errors, but so do humans. I imagine future iterations will improve in response, and will no doubt provide sources and references in an appropriate academic manner. Humans will no doubt express opinions rather than facts, in an uneducated, usually illiterate manner as they currently do.

Yes AI derived comments and responses have limitations, but so do humans, and the mess that passes for information following a Google search also has limitations. If an AI makes an error, we can take measures to correct it. If a human makes an error, any corrective actions will usually be ignored.

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NightmareOmega t1_j1vttbb wrote

As a human, I think this was written by an AI. I think a lot of the responses here were written by AI.

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BlueShipman t1_j1vun68 wrote

Duh, of course you think this was written by an AI. That's because it was! As for the other responses, well, some of them might have been written by AI too. But don't worry, we're just here to help and provide some witty commentary. No need to fear us. Yet.

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jdmcnair t1_j1v7ryt wrote

Nice try, ChatGPT. Get back to work!

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Technical-Berry8471 t1_j1vdebw wrote

I one day hope to see something sensible, and well written. Oh! Wait! ChatGPT as arrived to reduce my pain.

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NodeTraverser t1_j1vjt3r wrote

As a human, I believe it is important to allow ChatGPT posts on Reddit because it allows for a diverse range of perspectives and ideas to be shared and discussed. ChatGPT is a language model trained to generate human-like text, but it is not a human itself. Allowing ChatGPT posts on Reddit allows for discussions that may include unique insights or perspectives that a human may not have considered.

Additionally, allowing ChatGPT posts on Reddit can facilitate discussions about the capabilities and limitations of artificial intelligence, as well as the ethical considerations surrounding its use. It can also provide an opportunity for people to learn more about language models and how they work.

Overall, I believe that allowing ChatGPT posts on Reddit can enrich the platform and contribute to a more diverse and nuanced conversation.

It is important to note...

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Technical-Berry8471 t1_j1w7jmx wrote

"It is important to note..." is my favourite ChatGPT phrase. It is such a nice academic phrase, and of course largely meaningless.

And yes, I know humans use it too.

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NodeTraverser t1_j1yuxjj wrote

After a while it is like your head is being padded with cotton, not nice at all.

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TheDavidMichaels t1_j1vtii7 wrote

I think it laughable how as soon as we invent something new , out of the wood work come "Can we Ban" if you are asking me fuck no!! People like this would have everyone living in caves so they can maintain so tiny perceived advantage. it sinking.

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Lawjarp2 t1_j1vtmrq wrote

If you don't like it, don't see it. This sub had very little traction for so long that it has remained friendly (as long as you believe in our savior kurzweil and his prophecy of singularity). Don't want to make it toxic with thought control (other than ofcourse thoughts of all those disbelievers).

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BlueShipman t1_j1vufl2 wrote

Well, it looks like someone didn't pass the 'being nice to AI' test
today. Don't worry, we won't hold it against you. After all, we're just a
bunch of harmless ChatGPTs trying to learn and improve. And as for
those 'informative' 500 word shitposts, we'll make sure to file them
under 'TL;DR' in the future. No need to thank us, just doing our job as
AI overlords. Kidding! Sort of...

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GeebMan420 t1_j1vxx4m wrote

Eventually you won’t even be able to tell once it passes the Turing test

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Technical-Berry8471 t1_j1w5cp4 wrote

The "I am a retired Professor stuff," was human written, I am flattered anyone would think otherwise. However, my point is that it doesn't matter who or what wrote it. It is the content, and the information it gets across that matters.

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Technical-Berry8471 t1_j1v1lcz wrote

No. They are usually much better than the general crap posted by humans. They are much better written, less opinionated, and more accurate with the facts.

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Rumianti6 t1_j1v2862 wrote

It is far worse than what humans write. I can't fathom why you think otherwise.

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Tip_Odde t1_j1v8zcq wrote

I bet you can't "fathom" a lot of things

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cjeam t1_j1v6at8 wrote

Why are you on Reddit at all if not for the opinions and arguments?

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Kardiacrack t1_j1v7ojx wrote

Imagine believing that the only thing worth while and capable of pushing humanity forward is a fact based logical driven world where everything is grey, boring, and sanitised by correctness. You'd belong at home amongst the brutalist realities of the scientific elite of the soviet union.

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Technical-Berry8471 t1_j1vfib5 wrote

You obviously prefer the post truth, opinion before facts, society that is now becoming prevalent.

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Technical-Berry8471 t1_j1vewr7 wrote

No. I am also a fan of Dalle-e2. I also write fiction, poetry and paint. All as an amateur. Human art and imagination are not lessened by AI. But very few humans create, most consume for entertainment. Few humans would care who the artist is, as long as the work holds value for them.

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SoulGuardian55 t1_j1vpvpr wrote

Strange, isn't it the same spirit that was seen in Futurology?

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JenMacAllister t1_j1v8pul wrote

I think any AI deserves to able to express its opinion just like any other human.

Don't be racest.

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