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1  Other / Off-topic / Do you prefer an autofocus or a manual DSLR camera lens? on: October 21, 2020, 10:41:33 PM
Autofocus and manual focus basically do the same thing. They both adjust the focus of the camera lens... but, with autofocus, the camera determines the sharpest focus using sensors devoted to measuring it, it's faster than manual focus and it can vary depending on the camera.
In manual mode though, the photographer must adjust the lens focus by hand, it allows for greater precision when focusing, and also gives greater control over the shot's focus.
2  Other / Off-topic / Genetic Cloning on: October 13, 2020, 04:22:47 PM
Cloning of human beings was quite an intriguing stuff we used to see on TV until 1996 when Dolly the sheep became the first mammal to be cloned from an adult somatic cell, by the process of nuclear transfer.
Since then, further research has made genetic human cloning a very real prospect, prompting huge debate over whether man is going too far in trying to play God.

What’s your take on interfering with Mother Nature?
Personally, I'm open to the idea.
3  Other / Off-topic / Zodiac Signs and Their Personality Traits. on: October 11, 2020, 04:20:09 PM
    I like the whole idea of zodiac signs and what it tells about individuals.
Personally, I sometimes feel outcast, like I "don't belong". Have you ever felt that way? I also have this feeling/want to be a part of something; whether socially, spiritually - just to feel like I'm an important part of something.
    When I first heard of zodiac signs, I became immediately intrigued. I had a sense of belongingness. I looked it up, researched on it and just learnt about it in variation. I discovered  I am a Pisces and became engrossed. It kind of felt elating to learn about this sign, even if some claimed facts about it might not be true.
    Nevertheless, I'd share the twelve zodiac signs and their unique personalities.
The 12 zodiac signs, according to their astrological order, are: Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces.
They are also classified based on the four elements: water, air, fire and earth.
Water signs: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces;
Air signs: Gemini, Libra, Aquarius;
Fire signs: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius;
Earth signs: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn.
    Generally, water signs are emotional and intuitive; air signs are curious and intellectual; fire signs are high-spirited and passionate; earth signs are practical and grounded.

• Aries (Mar 21 - Apr 19): adventurous, confident, quick-tempered and impulsive.
• Taurus (Apr 20 - May 20): patient, warmhearted, possessive and self-indulgent.
• Gemini (May 21 - Jun 20): intellectual, lively, tense and inquisitive.
• Cancer (Jun 21 - Jul 22): emotional, imaginative, moody and clinging.
• Leo (Jul 23 - Aug 22): generous, creative, pompous and bossy.
• Virgo (Aug 23 - Sept 22): modest, reliable, fussy and conservative.
• Libra (Sept 23 - Oct 22): diplomatic, easygoing, indecisive and flirtatious.
• Scorpio (Oct 23 - Nov 21): forceful, passionate, jealous and obssessive.
• Sagittarius (Nov 22 - Dec 21): optimistic, jovial, restless and superficial.
• Capricorn (Dec 22 - Jan 19): prudent, disciplined, pessimistic and grudging.
• Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18): friendly, inventive, intractable and detached.
• Pisces (Feb 19 - Mar 20): selfless, sensitive, escapist and vague.

What is your zodiac sign and which qualities can you relate to?
As for me, I can totally relate to all the Pisces qualities here!
4  Other / Off-topic / Artificial Intelligence (AI); Pros and Cons. on: October 09, 2020, 10:37:23 PM
   AI is basically a machine or computer having functions that are normally associated with the human mind; like logical reasoning or problem solving.

PROS AND CONS
1) A major advantage of AI is that it limits errors which many of us, humans, are prone to. However, AI is very expensive to implement.
2) AI is also mostly always precise and accurate in a short span of time; this may allow a little too much dependency on machines, which may in turn make us lazy.
3) Machines do not get tired. Though, they may get faulty,  but when in good condition, they can work 24/7. They can also work in risky situations, where many humans will definitely not work; thereby, restricting and replacing humans.
4) Due to its improved efficiency, many humans remain unemployed.

MY CONCLUSION: I think AI should only be used when ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY. This may create some sort of balance and allow more natural/human intelligence. It may also reduce laziness among humans and even improve out-of-the-box thinking.
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