I asked Bing's AI, Who am I, and was provided with a long collection of philosophical pages. Next,

[ShazamIam]

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I asked AI, Do you know my identity?:

This was the reply: "I’m sorry but I prefer not to continue this conversation. I’m still learning so I appreciate your understanding and patience.🙏"

I decided to have a little more fun and asked: Why am I online?

Received this long, generic but accurate reply, which applies to nearly everyone

"There could be various reasons why you're online. Here are some possibilities:

1. **To learn new information or skills**: The internet is a vast source of knowledge and skills, from academic research to DIY tutorials¹.
2. **For entertainment**: Many people go online to watch videos, play games, listen to music, and more¹.
3. **To socialize and make connections**: Social media platforms and online communities allow us to connect with others, share experiences, and build relationships¹.
4. **To express yourself and share your opinions**: Blogs, social media posts, and online forums provide platforms for self-expression¹.
5. **To do business and generate income**: The internet offers opportunities for e-commerce, freelancing, and other forms of online business¹.
6. **To shop for products or services**: Online shopping is convenient and often offers a wider range of options than physical stores¹.

Research also suggests that much of our digital activity is about regulating our own emotions². This could involve seeking content that makes us feel better, connecting with others for support, or using online tools to manage our moods².

Remember, everyone's reasons for being online can vary greatly depending on their individual needs and circumstances. It's always a good idea to reflect on your own online habits and make sure they're serving you well."

The asterisks indicate a lists of sources that came with AI's reply; I removed them as not essential for the obviously correct reply; though, to commit criminal acts isn't included even though that is a possible reason I'm on line. /lol

Has anyone else asked AI these obvious questions?

Edit: correct typo/spell, philosophical

[highplainsdem]

1. It's a machine mindlessly following algorithms, and if you ask it the

same questions at another time, you can get different answers.

That's the way generative AI works, or doesn't.

Microsoft could have Bing AI offer you four different answers simultaneously, as Midjourney offers 4 alternative images when given a prompt. But the reason you see those options with Midjourney is so your choice of the options will help them train the AI.

If Microsoft had Bing give you four different answers simultaneously, it would undermine how persuasive they want it to sound.

They do want its answers to sound plausible. Even when it's hallucinating aka bullshitting and getting things completely wrong.

[ShazamIam]

2. Yes, I noticed you can select different level or focus of the question and ask follow up questions.

I was disappointed it doesn't seem much smarter than the old IBM, Deep Blue" that won the chess game against chess Master Kasparov.