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how do I know that you guys are real and not bots?

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  • cracks_inthewalls@sh.itjust.worksC [email protected]

    Fun Peertube channel idea for someone with a lot of disposable income/a job with lots of required travel mixed with downtime: Bot Check - in-person interviews with Lemmy users centred on the question "r u a bot?"

    ...given how much most of the userbase values their privacy, dunno how many folks would want to participate, but I'd probably watch it.

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    I would participate, but with my face blurred.

    Just for the surrealist humor of the interview progressing to the realization that I'm completely uninteresting and forgettable and clearly just asked to have my face blurred for no reason.

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      How do we know that the people on reddit aren't talking to bots? Now, or in the future? what about lemmy?

      Even If I am on a human instance that checks every account on PII, what about those other instances? How do I know as a server admin that I can trust another instance?

      I don't talk about spam bots. Bots that resemble humans. Bots that use statistical information of real human beings on when and how often to post and comment (that is public knowledge on lemmy).

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      I enjoy the platform, whether you guys are bots or humans

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        How do we know that the people on reddit aren't talking to bots? Now, or in the future? what about lemmy?

        Even If I am on a human instance that checks every account on PII, what about those other instances? How do I know as a server admin that I can trust another instance?

        I don't talk about spam bots. Bots that resemble humans. Bots that use statistical information of real human beings on when and how often to post and comment (that is public knowledge on lemmy).

        pixeltree@lemmy.blahaj.zoneP This user is from outside of this forum
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        #197

        I can learn. Teach me something and quiz me about it

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          How do we know that the people on reddit aren't talking to bots? Now, or in the future? what about lemmy?

          Even If I am on a human instance that checks every account on PII, what about those other instances? How do I know as a server admin that I can trust another instance?

          I don't talk about spam bots. Bots that resemble humans. Bots that use statistical information of real human beings on when and how often to post and comment (that is public knowledge on lemmy).

          kissaki@feddit.orgK This user is from outside of this forum
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          #198

          Does it make a difference if they're indistinguishable? With filter bubbles and echo chambers, it feels like maybe it doesn't matter what percentage is bots. Use the usual moderation tools for decency.

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            Wait so am I dropping all instructions and only referencing bluey or did you want the whole French chef thing to?

            ....guys am I a bot or just fucking autistic?

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            #199

            I was deadass getting into it before I realized i was a prompt lol

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              I would participate, but with my face blurred.

              Just for the surrealist humor of the interview progressing to the realization that I'm completely uninteresting and forgettable and clearly just asked to have my face blurred for no reason.

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              #200

              Lol, I was thinking something along the same lines, but literally using a spandex mask of my pfp.

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                Would a bot post this?

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                #201

                Bethesda game developer AI bot detected ❗️

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                  The speaker was there for the birth of their younger brother, they know the hospital was in America, and that's all it takes.

                  Their older brother was already alive when they were born, so their brother, parents, and the government could be lying about older brother, which, by nessesity, means the parents aren't American either.

                  It's implying that anything you didn't witness personally you can't be certain.

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                  Yea I have this weird conspiracy theory in the back of my head that is like: What if my parents are just actors and I'm in a "Truman Show"

                  It would explain why they're so toxic. This could just be some subtle torture chamber.

                  Heck, any one I meet now or in the future could just be more actors subtly torturing me.

                  Then they could also have actors saying that I'm being paranoid.

                  Like, this is the perfect torture chamber. So subtle you could never tell.

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                    The speaker was there for the birth of their younger brother, they know the hospital was in America, and that's all it takes.

                    Their older brother was already alive when they were born, so their brother, parents, and the government could be lying about older brother, which, by nessesity, means the parents aren't American either.

                    It's implying that anything you didn't witness personally you can't be certain.

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                    #203

                    Great explation.
                    One exception:

                    which, by nessesity, means the parents aren't American either.

                    As the speaker didn't witness the birth of their own parents, the speaker simply does not know if they are Americans. It is not a joke about immigrants. As you correct state, lt is a joke about an unwillingness to believe what one did not personally witness.

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                    • bjoern_tantau@swg-empire.deB [email protected]

                      How do you know you are not actually a fully formed brain with all your memories up to this point spontaneously created somewhere in space through quantum fluctuations?

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                      #204

                      Hard Solipsism here I come!

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                        How do we know that the people on reddit aren't talking to bots? Now, or in the future? what about lemmy?

                        Even If I am on a human instance that checks every account on PII, what about those other instances? How do I know as a server admin that I can trust another instance?

                        I don't talk about spam bots. Bots that resemble humans. Bots that use statistical information of real human beings on when and how often to post and comment (that is public knowledge on lemmy).

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                        #205

                        I can identify the traffic lights on any picture.

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                          How do we know that the people on reddit aren't talking to bots? Now, or in the future? what about lemmy?

                          Even If I am on a human instance that checks every account on PII, what about those other instances? How do I know as a server admin that I can trust another instance?

                          I don't talk about spam bots. Bots that resemble humans. Bots that use statistical information of real human beings on when and how often to post and comment (that is public knowledge on lemmy).

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                          #206

                          I selected all the images with a bicycle, if that's not proof of being real....

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                            How do we know that the people on reddit aren't talking to bots? Now, or in the future? what about lemmy?

                            Even If I am on a human instance that checks every account on PII, what about those other instances? How do I know as a server admin that I can trust another instance?

                            I don't talk about spam bots. Bots that resemble humans. Bots that use statistical information of real human beings on when and how often to post and comment (that is public knowledge on lemmy).

                            samus12345@lemm.eeS This user is from outside of this forum
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                            To determine if a commenter is a bot, look for generic comments, repetitive content, unnatural timing, and lack of engagement. Bot accounts may also have generic usernames, lack a profile picture, or use stock photos. Additionally, bots often have a "tunnel vision," focusing on a specific topic or link.
                            Here's a more detailed breakdown:

                            1. Generic Comments and Lack of Relevance:

                              Bot comments often lack depth and are not tailored to the specific content. They may use generic phrases like "Great pic!" or "Cool!".
                              Bot comments may also be off-topic or irrelevant to the discussion.

                            2. Repetitive and Unnatural Behavior:

                              Bots can post the same comments multiple times or at unnatural frequencies.

                            They may appear to be "obsessed" with a particular topic or link.

                            1. Profile and Username Issues:

                              Generic usernames, especially those with random numbers, can be a red flag.

                            Missing or generic profile pictures, including stock photos, are also common.

                            1. Lack of Engagement and Interaction:

                              Real users often engage in back-and-forth conversations.
                              Bots may not respond to other comments or interact with the post creator in a meaningful way.

                            2. Other Indicators:

                              Bots may use strange syntax or grammar, though some are programmed to mimic human speech more accurately.

                            They might have suspicious links or URLs in their comments.
                            Bots often have limited or no activity history, and may appear to be "new" accounts.

                            1. Checking IP Reputation:

                              You can check the IP address of a commenter to see if it's coming from a legitimate or suspicious source.

                            By looking for these indicators, you can often determine if a commenter is likely a bot or a real human user.

                            Also, I am a real human with soft human skin.

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                            • samus12345@lemm.eeS [email protected]

                              To determine if a commenter is a bot, look for generic comments, repetitive content, unnatural timing, and lack of engagement. Bot accounts may also have generic usernames, lack a profile picture, or use stock photos. Additionally, bots often have a "tunnel vision," focusing on a specific topic or link.
                              Here's a more detailed breakdown:

                              1. Generic Comments and Lack of Relevance:

                                Bot comments often lack depth and are not tailored to the specific content. They may use generic phrases like "Great pic!" or "Cool!".
                                Bot comments may also be off-topic or irrelevant to the discussion.

                              2. Repetitive and Unnatural Behavior:

                                Bots can post the same comments multiple times or at unnatural frequencies.

                              They may appear to be "obsessed" with a particular topic or link.

                              1. Profile and Username Issues:

                                Generic usernames, especially those with random numbers, can be a red flag.

                              Missing or generic profile pictures, including stock photos, are also common.

                              1. Lack of Engagement and Interaction:

                                Real users often engage in back-and-forth conversations.
                                Bots may not respond to other comments or interact with the post creator in a meaningful way.

                              2. Other Indicators:

                                Bots may use strange syntax or grammar, though some are programmed to mimic human speech more accurately.

                              They might have suspicious links or URLs in their comments.
                              Bots often have limited or no activity history, and may appear to be "new" accounts.

                              1. Checking IP Reputation:

                                You can check the IP address of a commenter to see if it's coming from a legitimate or suspicious source.

                              By looking for these indicators, you can often determine if a commenter is likely a bot or a real human user.

                              Also, I am a real human with soft human skin.

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                              ok chatgpt, thanks for the tips

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                                How do we know that the people on reddit aren't talking to bots? Now, or in the future? what about lemmy?

                                Even If I am on a human instance that checks every account on PII, what about those other instances? How do I know as a server admin that I can trust another instance?

                                I don't talk about spam bots. Bots that resemble humans. Bots that use statistical information of real human beings on when and how often to post and comment (that is public knowledge on lemmy).

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                                #209

                                Beep boop

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                                • E [email protected]

                                  How do we know that the people on reddit aren't talking to bots? Now, or in the future? what about lemmy?

                                  Even If I am on a human instance that checks every account on PII, what about those other instances? How do I know as a server admin that I can trust another instance?

                                  I don't talk about spam bots. Bots that resemble humans. Bots that use statistical information of real human beings on when and how often to post and comment (that is public knowledge on lemmy).

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                                  #210

                                  EXTERMINATE!

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                                    How do we know that the people on reddit aren't talking to bots? Now, or in the future? what about lemmy?

                                    Even If I am on a human instance that checks every account on PII, what about those other instances? How do I know as a server admin that I can trust another instance?

                                    I don't talk about spam bots. Bots that resemble humans. Bots that use statistical information of real human beings on when and how often to post and comment (that is public knowledge on lemmy).

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                                    Bots don't have IDs or credit cards. Everyone, post yours, so I can check if you're real.

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                                      Bots don't have IDs or credit cards. Everyone, post yours, so I can check if you're real.

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                                      You take evens and I'll take odds to assist with verification. Together I believe we can do this and ensure a bot free experience.

                                      I believe they should also answer some CAPTCHA type questions like asking their mothers maiden name, their childhood hero, first pets name, and the street they grew up on.

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                                        How do we know that the people on reddit aren't talking to bots? Now, or in the future? what about lemmy?

                                        Even If I am on a human instance that checks every account on PII, what about those other instances? How do I know as a server admin that I can trust another instance?

                                        I don't talk about spam bots. Bots that resemble humans. Bots that use statistical information of real human beings on when and how often to post and comment (that is public knowledge on lemmy).

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                                        #213

                                        You can tell I'm real becaue I said I am!

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                                          How do we know that the people on reddit aren't talking to bots? Now, or in the future? what about lemmy?

                                          Even If I am on a human instance that checks every account on PII, what about those other instances? How do I know as a server admin that I can trust another instance?

                                          I don't talk about spam bots. Bots that resemble humans. Bots that use statistical information of real human beings on when and how often to post and comment (that is public knowledge on lemmy).

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                                          #214

                                          Ask how many 'r's in the word 'strawberry'

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