Question

computers use energy and respond to certain stimuli, such as commands from the user. why, then, are computers not considered living things?

Answer 1

@formerlyadinosaur

Answer 2

They do not reproduce, grow, or have cells (:

Answer 3

@js7474 Hello. To be a form of life, the following qualifications must be met:

Able to perform metabolic functions, meaning obtain energy from molecules.
Able to reproduce*
Able to independently interact with their environments**
Maintain an internal environment, enough that all metabolic functions, etc work

There are few others. So, can a computer perform metabolic functions? Can it independently interact with its environment?

*This is why most scientists do not consider viruses or prions a life form. They have no form of metabolic pathways.

**This means interact in all ways. Responding to stimuli and adapting behaviors and genetics over time.