ii is a problem, iii fits my values but may violate other sentients’ rights, and as for iv, I see no difference between the concepts of “computer program” and “universe” except that a computer program has an output.
So when you write that you need interaction with real people, you were thinking of (i) or (ii)? I think (ii) or (iii), but only not (ii) if there is any objective coherent difference.
ii is a problem, iii fits my values but may violate other sentients’ rights, and as for iv, I see no difference between the concepts of “computer program” and “universe” except that a computer program has an output.
So when you write that you need interaction with real people, you were thinking of (i) or (ii)? I think (ii) or (iii), but only not (ii) if there is any objective coherent difference.