Can a computer beat Jeopardy grand champions at the complex trivia game? We are about to find out. In 2007 IBM Research began creating Watson, a data analytics and natural language processing computer, with the goal to have Watson compete on Jeopardy. When asked “Why Jeopardy”, IBM’s response is clear and concise, “The game of Jeopardy! makes great demands on its players — from the range of topical knowledge covered to the nuances in language employed in the clues. Can the analytical power of a computer system — normally accustomed to executing precise requests — overcome these obstacles? Can the troves of knowledge written in human terms become easily searchable by a machine in order to deliver a single, precise answer? Can a quiz show help advance science?”
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Jan 18, 2011
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Thiru@webappdirectory says:
Jan 18, 2011
Informative video Dani, of course this kind of stuff is necessary for regular visitors to your blog. you are on right track.
Daniel Snyder says:
Jan 19, 2011
Hey Thiru, thanks. Is Jeopardy popular in India? It’s is North America’s number one trivia game show.
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Sarah says:
Jan 21, 2011
But can they compete with quantum computing?
As observed in Wired Science, Peter Lodahl; “Let it play with you instead of playing against you.”
http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/2010/03/quantum-computing-thrives-on-chaos
Daniel Snyder says:
Jan 21, 2011
Thanks for sharing the link Sarah! Going to check it out now… mmmm quantum, yummy. 🙂
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Jan 21, 2011
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