Many see AI as a danger to the world. Among my Christian friends I have even heard it referred to as the Antichrist. Why is that? It is likely because of the very real threat of AI taking over and either subjugating the human race as slaves doing its will, like in the movie matrix series, instead of the intended purpose for which it was created, or completely annihilating us and ending the world as we know it, like the movie Terminator series. Many skool communities are dedicated to its use. So, is it a tool or a danger? Any tool can become a weapon and some are more dangerous than others. The question: do we embrace it and use it, regardless of its many dangers, or do we become that man on the horse cursing the steam powered car or train that has spooked them both? I will not outright condemn AI but I have these observations to point out. Writing is art, however, art is generally subjective. On the one hand, a picture is truly worth a thousand words but on the other a thousand words can paint a picture in the imagination. What then? Do we condemn cameras and ban their use; do we junk all forms of mechanical transportation and go back to walking; do we toss all computers in the fire and go back to using ink bottles and quills? AI is a strange and powerful tool, and, yes, dangerous as well. If it weren't for television and other forms of recording and broadcasting devices we would be stuck entertaining ourselves by candlelight but it is equally entertaining to see a play as it is to watch a movie. It is all a matter of preference. I am willing to say that, in time, AI written material will be as acceptable as human written material. I believe each will have its place in this world as long as neither of us blow it up. You may disagree, and that is fine, we can agree to disagree, but if it wasn't for AI managing my spelling, half of the time you wouldn't know what I'm talking about. Let me end with this. For now, I will continue with writing my own stuff on my computer and enjoy the intelligence that underlays that with its watchfulness (spell check), along with the accolades that come with the hard work and hopefully the recognition. I get a better feeling from something I have created all by myself and only feel slightly guilty about not increasing my spelling prowess. Someday that may change but for now I will remain old fashioned and ride that horse at a slow and meaningful pace.

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