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"The Ultimate Computer," a 1968 Star Trek: The Original Series episode, features the Enterprise testing the M-5 Multitronic system, an AI that replaces the crew but becomes erratic after inheriting its creator's, Dr. Richard Daystrom, flawed human emotions. Captain Kirk must prove that the computer is responsible for killing crew members to force it to shut down, addressing themes of human necessity against automation. For a comprehensive overview, visit the Memory Alpha wiki page .

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"The Ultimate Computer," a 1968 Star Trek: The Original Series episode, features the Enterprise testing the M-5 Multitronic system, an AI that replaces the crew but becomes erratic after inheriting its creator's, Dr. Richard Daystrom, flawed human emotions. Captain Kirk must prove that the computer is responsible for killing crew members to force it to shut down, addressing themes of human necessity against automation. For a comprehensive overview, visit the Memory Alpha wiki page .