Words Are a Byproduct of Consciousness. For LLMs, It's Backwards
The author explores the philosophical differences between human consciousness and Large Language Models (LLMs). They argue that while humans form ideas before words, LLMs generate words as their primary function, lacking underlying consciousness.
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Understanding the fundamental nature of LLMs is crucial for assessing their role in the future of human knowledge and communication.
Posts Words Are a Byproduct of Consciousness. For LLMs, It's Backwards. June 30, 2026 · 6 min · Devarsh Ranpara Stop for one second and ask yourself a simple question. Where do your words come from?
The piece is a philosophical opinion piece on technology, not a political or partisan argument.
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