Introduction

How human are chatbots? Do they really know what we are thinking, and should we fear them?

That’s what Rob and Neil are talking about, and they teach you some useful vocabulary along the way.

This week's question

The first computer program that allowed some kind of plausible conversation between humans and machines was invented in 1966, but what was it called?

a) ALEXA

b) ELIZA

c) PARRY

Vocabulary

sophisticated
describes technology that is more advanced and complex

coherent
clear, carefully considered and sensible

authoritative
respected, accurate and important sounding

on guard
careful and alert

provoke
do something that causes a reaction from someone

sentient
living thing that experiences feelings

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