Who here believes the universe is a computer simulation?

Re:Who here believes the universe is a computer simulation? by diminish on Saturday May 05, 2012 @12:48PM (#3932524)

I want to believe in universe is a computer simulation, because that way all because less serious. What disturbs me is that, in history, people usually tried to explain the existence by using the most sophisticated machinery available. and today it is a computer.....are we making a mistake?

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Re:Who here believes the universe is a computer simulation? by Suncho on Saturday May 05, 2012 @01:11PM (#3932590)

If your goal is to understand the universe around you, wanting to believe something can be a mistake. Similarly, trying to explain the cause of existence can also be a mistake. Use the simplest explanation that fits your observations. I find it helpful to start from solipsism and build from there.

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Re:Who here believes the universe is a computer simulation? by alperakgun on Saturday May 05, 2012 @02:16PM (#3932767)

so, the universe is a room.

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Re:Who here believes the universe is a computer simulation? by Malic on Saturday May 05, 2012 @08:46PM (#3933734)

Is that a Sapphire and Steel reference?

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Re:Who here believes the universe is a computer simulation? by alperakgun on Monday May 07, 2012 @09:27AM (#3938866)

was not, but I now learned about Sapphire and Steel, thanks to your comment.

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