Difference That Makesa Difference
Difference That Makesa DifferenceIt's the difference that makes a difference. -- GregoryBateson
The essence of information.
Information is measured (the information content) by the distinctions (differences) it makes.
If received, information makes a difference by making these distinctions available to the receiver.
Related to AutoPoiesis (see NiklasLuhmann)
See also WithUsOrAgainstUs
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