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Corrolary 1: We can never prove that we are not in the Matrix.

We lack sufficient evidence to prove that we reside in a Matrix-like construct. Pending evidence, we shall continue believing that we do not live in such a construct.... though the line between physical reality and virtual reality become blurrier every day.

> We lack sufficient evidence to prove that we reside in a Matrix-like construct.

I'm not sure we even have sufficient evidence to suggest it, let alone prove it.

Have a look at the Simulation Argument http://www.simulation-argument.com/.

Crude synopsis: if it is possible to create such an simulation then the probability that we in one is the number of possible simulated universes (v. large) vs the number of real universes (1) ie high probability that we are within a simulation.

I've always heard that expressed as the Simulation Paradox: either full-fidelity simulations, a la The Matrix, are impossible, or we're already in one.

How is that paradoxical?

yes, we cannot prove that we are in a Matrix either.

And... everybody has the right to believe whatever he/she likes as long as the induced behavior is not harmful to others.

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