exist independent of a Sysop?
Yes, but this would have to mean that one of the following were true: A) The SI that created the Sysop wasnt the first SI in existence, but decided that a Sysop was still the best way to ensure Friendliness despite whatever relationship it might have to have with this other SI. B) An SI developed inside Sysop Space, and the Sysop gave it independence after confirming with 100% certainty that it could never threaten Friendliness or the Sysop. C) The SI that created the Sysop decided against becoming or submitting to the Sysop it made. It is unclear if or why an SI might do this, although it is not unreasonable to imagine that the Friendly SI might wish to remain independent in case it came up with an even Friendlier idea than a Sysop later. Still, part of a Sysops design might include the relentless pursuit of something Friendlier to humanity than its own existence. D) An SI originating from outside Sysop Space made its appearance after the creation of the Sysop. The Sysop would probabl
