
Monte Carlo Method: Quasi vs. Pseudo-random
Although neural networks is taking the stage of AI these days, other approaches such as monte carlo methods are still relevant. In some cases, such as Alphago Zero, where a playing agent learns without any prior knowledge, neural network approaches are complemented with monte carlo simulation.
When is random random enough? Usually in day to day code, there is a random() function that gives us a single dimenstion random quantity. In some places, to achieve entropy even lava lamps and webcams are used.