180 turn key discussion [ChatGPT Junk]

[skogsto09]

3 minutes ago, Gez said:

I started computing with an Amstrad PC1512, in the nineties to upgrade it I built a 386 from parts with my brother, I'm a big ol computer nerd and I have NEVER heard anyone before say "actually, 'utility' means 'hardware' instead of, you know, the actual definition of utility that everyone has been using forever".

 

Well, thats your opinion. If the context I give you does not make sense then by all means stick to yours. Not going to turn this into a discussion about how you can interpret either way. If you ask chatGPT you will actually get something like: 

"Yes, the term "utility" can refer to both software and hardware tools.

In the context of software, a utility program (or just "utility") is a program that performs a specific task, usually related to managing or optimizing computer hardware or software. Examples of software utilities include disk cleanup tools, antivirus software, file compression tools, and system monitoring tools.

In the context of hardware, a utility tool (or just "utility") is a tool used for a specific purpose"

A spesific context is not mentioned, so its a little wierd you say everyone uses it in the context of "software" but there you go. 

[Doomkid]

6 hours ago, skogsto09 said:

If you ask chatGPT

 

This has to be the most worthless standard of proof I've ever seen someone use in a Doomworld debate lol

Edited March 19, 2023 by Maribo

[Individualised]

5 minutes ago, Doomkid said:

 

This has to be the most worthless standard of proof I've ever seen someone use in a Doomworld debate lol

Thank you for saying this - tired of people bringing up ChatGPT as an actual information source in online discussions. Of course it's going to say yes if you specifically put "can the term be used for hardware and software" in your question, as the AI will be biased towards your input. You can make ChatGPT agree with you on anything pretty much. I reckon if you asked "what is a utility in computing" it would make no mention of a "hardware utility".

Edited March 18, 2023 by Individualised

[Midway64]

10 minutes ago, Doomkid said:

 

This has to be the most worthless standard of proof I've ever seen someone use in a Doomworld debate lol

Really agree on this, 'course, you can still use it for some stuff (moderately) with sources, but basing your answer and your sources on a yet-to-learn AI is completely stupid, you still must use your brain for something, and not be a clueless kiddo that uses popular novelties.

Don't really mean this comment as an insult, but, your brain exists in your body for a reason.

[Maribo]

I will be splitting any further references to ChatGPT or its validity from this thread. Please do not derail, thanks.

[j4rio]

Hopefully this will settle the debate