In the not so distant future. (I'd say less than 15 years from now)
You will buy a Microwave oven, or Television, or Radio... and included
with that device will be CYC. "CYC technology" enables you to ask any
question you like. And CYC will talk with you, and answer all
questions. Programmed with the Encyclopedia Britannica, History,
Science, the ability to converse and learn. You will be able to ask
your Microwave oven how microwaves were discovered, why does the food
get hot, what happens if I cook the food too long.... etc. Or ask it
about Harlow, Pete, Artie, Doctors, UFOs, Aliens, Galaxies, Nutrition,
Vitamins, Health, Diets, Milk, Water, World War 1, Space Telescopes,
Twonky, God, and everything !!

http://cyc.com

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