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A New Kind of Science

Summary:

The book presents a thesis that complex systems and processes, including those in nature, can be modeled by simple computational programs known as cellular automata. It argues that the universe itself can be understood as operating like a vast, computational machine, challenging traditional mathematical and scientific approaches.

Key points:

1. Principle of Computational Equivalence: This principle states that most systems, simple or complex, perform equally sophisticated computations. It suggests that simple rules can lead to complex behavior.

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