I'd like to get back to your offer, of augmentations and other technical improvements. I've had a long disput with my fiance, about the idea of implanting an onboard computer artificial intelligence for our frigate, the Narcotic. Recent events increased my desire of having a reliable master system. It should be a semi-intelligent self-sufficient data network that could carry out routine duties aboard the Narcotic, guided by an intricate series of logic and morale programs, and a personality that would allow it to challenge ship decisions that affected its functions. Of course, the software should have security platforms such as several security loop holes in order to disable the A.I. in the effect it goes rogue. We are aware of the fact, that every A.I. - even if it's well programmed - can be hacked, and therefore present enormous dangers and deadly risks.
I've already read up on onboard computer A.I.'s, and my visit on the Haimen unit "Deliverance", gave me an idea, of what I exactly like to have. I came to the decision, that I'd like to order the SHODAN (Sentient Hyper-Optimized Data Access Network). The installation will be done by your androids, but with respect, I'd like to handle the programming by myself. Since my fiance is quite paranoid towards any kind of artificial lifeform, and I somehow share her distrust, it'd be better to do the coding by myself. All we need, is a plain formatted SHODAN onboard system, together with the software codes, and general guidance.
For the installation, I'd be able to get to any place within sirius. We're looking forward for a reply with the estimation of costs.
You decided right, however we do not possess out 'Create your own AI'-Programs. You may speak with Deliverance about the Specifications of your new AI.
The naming of the AI is your choice.
The Frame of this AI will require a room of your vessel.
To create the hardware of it, we require you to bring us:
5 units of Aluminium
10 Bio-Neural Processors
3 units of Copper
5 Quantum Multiplexors
To enable some more useful functions of the AI, like enhancing systems of your vessel, or repairing damage, you may also bring 20 units of Robotics.
I recommend adding it, but it is your ship, so you may decide.
When you brought all these materials to the Deliverance, we may proceed with assembling the frame and creating the AI.
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"Common sense is the best distributed commodity in the world, for every man is convinced that he is well supplied with it." René Descartes
Vale. I've brought the needed materials to the Barrier Gate Station as I sent this transmission. There we can also discuss the details and "specifications". I'm looking forward to see you.
I apologize for the delay. I had a bit of a problem. 'Something' unexpected intervened when I was delivering the materials as previously arranged. However, I'd like to not go into further detail, since this is my own business.
Whatsoever, my proposal still remains. With one change - I can't manage to provide the materials to the Deliverance, not after that issue I was confronted with. Could you afford the materials? I'll sent the required additional costs for them as soon as possible. And I hope that the construction of the AI can be continued. But once more, I'm simply needing the plain AI with the appropriate software, so I can do the programing myself.
Anyways, I guess this delay won't influence your decision, since you probably can't sense time passing, no? Please sent me a pricelist, so I can transfer the payment. Thanks in advance.
The Payment will be 2 Millions.
The Construction of the AI may be started as soon as you want.
However, you can and should not program that AI completely on your own.
We would send an android to your ship helping you to program it.
Also we want you to set a time where you allow us to examine your vessel for remains of the unstable jumphole you are flown through.
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"Common sense is the best distributed commodity in the world, for every man is convinced that he is well supplied with it." René Descartes
Very fine. I'm amazed how fast you've replied - but then again you aren't human. I'm already looking forward to the advantages the AI will bring with it.
Well, I'm currently being cought in an immense ion storm deep within the Edge Nebula. And this is the first time since weeks that we've had a strong enough signal to sent out any transmissions. However, it appears like to storm shall be over soon enough. At least the scientists told me so.
The payment should have arrived by now, and you may begin the construction stage now. Once you're finished, we can arrange another meeting for the programing and final steps. And of course to allow you the analysis of our vessel's on-board computer, regarding the unstable jumphole. And again, thanks for the quick answer. "AIs, faster than ever." I can't wait for my personal AI.
Finally. "After an ion storm comes the sun." Once we had our navigation systems back up running, we found ourselves close to Omicron Kappa - and as I got told, you're calling Planet Gammu one of your bases of operation. Does that place suit you well for the installation?
Perfect. I've reached Gammu already two days ago, and used the time to gain some knowledge about the AI's installation and finding an humoid corpse to my liking. However, I think it's about time to begin the process - if your time schedule allows it, we can start right away.
One thing though, I've been curious and tried booting Shodan's software on my own - whatsoever, I hope I haven't broke something. It shut itself down a few minutes after the starting up anyways, so I guess it's no problem.
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