The coming of the Kwisatz Haderach

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10 min readJan 24, 2024

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The Kwisatz Haderach in Frank Herbert’s “Dune” universe is essentially a messiah and superbeing. It’s an old Chakobsa term meaning “shortening of the way.” The Kwisatz Haderach, who must be male, is the culmination of the Bene Gesserit’s centuries-long selective breeding program. This being has the ability to access both maternal and paternal genetic memories, granting him immense knowledge and mental powers. In the story, Paul Atreides is a character who exhibits signs of being the Kwisatz Haderach, possessing visions and knowledge beyond his years. The Kwisatz Haderach’s role is significant in the Bene Gesserit’s quest for power and knowledge. For more information, you can visit Nerdist.

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what are those particles like rainbow sticky ones you can spray on

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It sounds like you’re describing “glitter spray” or “glitter spray paint.” These are aerosol products containing fine, reflective particles that create a sparkling, rainbow-like effect when applied to surfaces. They are often used for decorative purposes in crafts, art projects, and event decorations to add a shimmering, colorful accent. The spray adheres to various surfaces and dries to form a coating that reflects light in a way similar to a rainbow. Glitter sprays come in various colors and are available at craft stores and online.

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what’s the softest kind of gold

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The softest kind of gold is 24-karat gold. This is because it’s the purest form of gold, containing 99.9% gold with very minimal alloy content. Due to its high purity, 24-karat gold is quite soft and malleable compared to lower karat grades, which are alloyed with other metals for added strength and durability. This softness, however, also means that 24-karat gold is more prone to scratching and deformation, making it less ideal for certain types of jewelry that are subject to daily wear.

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approximately how much would a sculpture like that of oscar winners weigh if it were twice the height (presumably about 4x volume) and made of 24 K gold?

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To approximate the weight of a hypothetical 24-karat gold sculpture twice the height of an Oscar statue, we first need to know the weight and dimensions of a standard Oscar.

An Oscar statuette stands at about 13.5 inches tall and weighs around 8.5 pounds (3.856 kg). It’s not made of pure gold but rather bronze coated in gold.

If a sculpture is twice the height, it will be approximately 27 inches tall. Assuming similar proportions, the volume — and thus the weight — would increase by about eight times (as volume scales with the cube of the linear dimensions). Therefore, if made of 24-karat gold (which is denser than the Oscar’s bronze and gold composition), the sculpture would weigh significantly more.

Let’s calculate this.

The density of 24-karat gold is approximately 19.32 grams per cubic centimeter. We need to find the volume of the original Oscar, scale it up eight times (for double the height), and then calculate the weight of that volume of gold. Let’s do the math.

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The estimated weight of a sculpture twice the height of an Oscar statue and made of 24-karat gold would be approximately 30,844 grams (or about 30.8 kilograms). The volume of such a statue would be around 1,596.49 cubic centimeters.

Keep in mind that this is a rough estimate, as the actual weight could vary based on the exact proportions and design of the sculpture. ​​

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how much does 88 pounds of gold cost

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Approximately, 88 pounds of gold would cost about $2,534,400, based on an estimated gold price of $1,800 per ounce. Keep in mind that the price of gold fluctuates regularly, so this is a rough estimate based on recent prices. ​​

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what is the nirvana cover with the baby swimming

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The Nirvana album cover with the baby swimming is from their 1991 release, “Nevermind.” This iconic album cover features a baby underwater seemingly swimming towards a U.S. dollar bill on a hook. The baby’s name is Spencer Elden, who was photographed as an infant for the album artwork. “Nevermind” is one of Nirvana’s most successful albums and includes famous tracks like “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” “Come as You Are,” and “Lithium.” The cover is one of the most recognizable in rock music history and has often been subject to analysis and discussion regarding its meaning and impact.

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hey chat gpt what is the approximate value of the entire global supply of computers in terms of their processing power

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Calculating the approximate value of the entire global supply of computers in terms of their processing power involves numerous variables and assumptions, making it a highly complex and speculative task. Key factors include the number and types of computers globally (from personal computers to supercomputers), the variety of processors used, their individual processing capabilities, and the monetary value assigned to processing power.

As of my last update in April 2023, there is no comprehensive data that aggregates the total processing power of all computers worldwide in a way that could be directly translated into a monetary value. The value of processing power is not a fixed rate and can vary greatly depending on the type of processor, its age, its intended use (general-purpose computing, gaming, scientific calculations, etc.), and market demand.

Additionally, the rapid evolution of technology means that computing power increases and becomes more cost-effective over time (as per Moore’s Law), which further complicates any attempt to assign a current total value. Thus, providing an accurate and up-to-date estimate of the global value of all computers based on their processing power is not feasible with the available data.

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so you don’t any kind of answer

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Providing an exact or even approximate value of the entire global supply of computers in terms of their processing power is highly challenging for several reasons:

  1. Diversity of Computers: The global computer supply includes a vast array of devices, from personal laptops and desktops to enterprise servers and supercomputers. Each category has a wide range of processing capabilities.
  2. Varied Processing Power: The processing power of computers varies greatly depending on their hardware specifications, age, and intended use.
  3. Fluctuating Market Values: The monetary value of processing power is not fixed and can vary based on technology trends, market demand, and advancements in computing technology.
  4. Rapid Technological Advancement: The field of computing technology evolves rapidly, with significant improvements in processing power and efficiency occurring regularly. This constant evolution complicates any attempt to calculate a current, aggregate value.
  5. Lack of Comprehensive Data: There is no readily available comprehensive data that aggregates the total processing power of all computers worldwide in a way that can be translated into a monetary value.

These factors make it extremely difficult to provide a meaningful estimate of the global value of all computers based on their processing power. The task requires an immense amount of up-to-date data and complex analysis, accounting for the diverse and rapidly changing nature of computer technology.

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If you took the fastest supercomputer and pitted it against all the other ones, give me your best guess as to how many copies of that fastest computer would be needed to result in an approximately equivalent number of calculations.

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To estimate how many copies of the fastest supercomputer would be needed to match the combined computing power of all other supercomputers, we would need to consider the processing capabilities of the current top supercomputers and the overall computational capacity of the entire supercomputer network worldwide.

As of my last update, the title of the world’s fastest supercomputer was held by “Fugaku” in Japan. Fugaku achieved a speed of approximately 442 petaflops (PFLOPS) in the LINPACK benchmark, which measures a system’s floating-point computing power.

To give a rough estimate, we can use the TOP500 list, which ranks the world’s 500 most powerful non-distributed computer systems. The combined performance of all 500 supercomputers on the list was over 2.2 exaflops (EFLOPS) as of November 2020. One exaflop equals 1,000 petaflops, so 2.2 EFLOPS equals 2,200 PFLOPS.

Using these figures:

  • Total performance of the TOP500 supercomputers: ~2,200 PFLOPS
  • Performance of the fastest supercomputer (Fugaku): ~442 PFLOPS

Let’s calculate how many times Fugaku’s power would be needed to match the total.

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To approximate the combined computing power of the world’s top 500 supercomputers, you would need about 5 copies of Fugaku, the world’s fastest supercomputer as of my last update. This is based on Fugaku’s performance of approximately 442 petaflops and the total performance of the TOP500 supercomputers being around 2,200 petaflops. Keep in mind that this is a simplified estimation and actual computational capabilities can vary based on different benchmarks and specific tasks. ​​

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what’s the market value of the fugaku computer and what would be the hypothetical value of a processor which could run 10x that fast.

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The market value of the Fugaku supercomputer, developed by RIKEN and Fujitsu, is not precisely disclosed, but it’s reported to have cost about $1 billion to develop. This figure includes not just the hardware, but also software development, research, and other associated costs.

For a hypothetical processor that could run 10 times faster than Fugaku, estimating its market value is quite speculative. The value would depend on several factors, including:

  1. Research and Development Costs: Developing such a groundbreaking processor would involve significant investment in R&D, potentially much higher than the cost for Fugaku.
  2. Manufacturing and Material Costs: Advanced materials and manufacturing processes might be required for such a processor, increasing the costs.
  3. Market Demand and Application: The value would also depend on the commercial and scientific demand for such processing power. If the processor has applications in numerous high-value fields, it could command a premium.
  4. Technological Feasibility: The cost also depends on the current technological landscape and how much advancement is needed to achieve this tenfold increase in speed.

Given these factors, the market value of a processor 10 times faster than Fugaku could be several billion dollars, but this is a highly theoretical estimate. In reality, advancements in computing power tend to be incremental and accompanied by reductions in cost per unit of performance over time, according to trends like Moore’s Law.

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what is the most dense stable element

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The most dense stable element is osmium. Osmium is a chemical element with the symbol Os and atomic number 76. It is a hard, brittle, bluish-white transition metal in the platinum group, and it is found as a trace element in alloys, mostly in platinum ores. Osmium is the densest naturally occurring element, with a density of approximately 22.59 grams per cubic centimeter at room temperature. This high density is due to the heavy nuclei of its atoms and the relatively small atomic radii of the element. Osmium is used in very hard alloys and compounds for applications where extreme durability and hardness are required.

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give me all the five letter words you can think of which begin with t middle letter i and last letter e

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I encountered a technical limitation in generating the list programmatically. However, I can provide you with examples of five-letter words that fit your criteria (beginning with ‘T’, middle letter ‘I’, ending with ‘E’):

  1. Title
  2. Tribe
  3. Trice
  4. Twine
  5. Twice

These are examples, and there are certainly other words that meet your specifications. Remember, word availability can depend on the specific dictionary or word list being referenced. ​​

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courter vs courtesan vs. etc

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“Courter” and “courtesan” are two terms with distinct meanings:

  1. Courter: This term typically refers to a person who is engaged in courtship, the act of wooing or seeking the affection and love of another person. The term “courter” is not commonly used in modern English, but it implies someone who is pursuing a romantic relationship, often with traditional or formal gestures of affection.
  2. Courtesan: A courtesan was historically a courtier, which means someone who attends the court of a monarch or other powerful person. In feudal society, the term often referred to a woman who was an educated and well-bred companion to the wealthy or nobility, but who was not their wife. In many cases, though not always, a courtesan’s relationship with her patron included sexual services. Courtesans were typically well-educated and cultured, and they often wielded influence and power in their own right. The term “courtesan” is often associated with high-status and sophisticated mistresses in European history.

The two terms are distinctly different in their historical and social contexts. While “courter” is about seeking a romantic relationship, “courtesan” has connotations of a professional or semi-professional, sophisticated companion in a historical context, often tied to social or political power structures.

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