There is a Difference Between Chaos and Randomness Fact
There is a difference between chaos and randomness, and it can be proved with mathematics. Chaos is deterministic, while true randomness is non-deterministic.
Randomness
Randomness is the lack of pattern or predictability in events. Only certain sub-atomic phenomena are actually random (although this is debated). Neither humans nor computers are capable of random behaviors.
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Pinball Used to Be Illegal Fact
Between the 1940s and the 1970s pinball used to illegal in parts of the United States. It was thought of as a gambling “game of chance” and was caught up in the post-prohibition push-back against gambling.
Slots Account for More Revenue than all other Casino Games Combined Fact
According to 2016 data, slot machines account for more revenue than all other casino games combined, and penny slots account for more revenue than any other casino game.
The More Instances Considered, The More Theoretical and Actual Results Converge Fact
The law of large numbers says, the more instances of a probable event that are considered, the more the theoretical and actual results converge.
Human Behavior can be Random Fact
Human behavior can be random to some extent, but most behavior is based on prior input, and thus is “deterministic” (meaning not totally random).
Infinity is a Number Myth
Infinity (∞) isn’t a number, it’s a concept. It describes something that can’t be expressed by a “finite” natural or real number.
There are Different Types of Infinity Fact
There are different types of infinity (∞) which differ by size, countability, “flavor” and more. Most types have practical real world applications.
Resetting Often Fixes Electronics Fact
Toggling the power (resetting / restarting) tends to fix electronic devices (hardware and software). It brings the device back to a “fresh state”. Most electronics are state-based machines.
Past Outcomes of Random Events Affect Future Outcomes Myth
Past results of random independent events, like a coin flip, don’t affect future results. The mistaken belief that past results affect future results is known as “the Gambler’s Fallacy” (AKA the Fallacy of the Maturity of Chances, or the Monte Carlo Fallacy).
Quantization is to Restrict Something to a Set of Values Fact
To quantize is to restrict something to a set of values. In digital music notes can be quantized to beats, in physics energy is quantized energy states.
Observing a Phenomenon Affects Its Outcome Fact
Observing a phenomenon can affect its outcome (observer effect). In science, this refers to particles existing in a state of probability until measured.
Computers Can Generate True Random Numbers Fact
Computers can’t generate truly random numbers in the purest sense with software alone. However, computers can generate truly random numbers with the help of natural random events.