My understanding of the Lesswrong consensus on this issue is that my uploaded consciousness is me, not just a copy of me. I’m hoping the above hypothetical illustrates why I’m having trouble accepting that.
I would consider both consciousnesses you. The problem seems to be one of preference. I would press the button but I can understand why people would not.
I would consider both consciousnesses you. The problem seems to be one of preference. I would press the button but I can understand why people would not.