DNA is a highly dense information (low entropy) storage and transmission medium that (under the right conditions) is able to self-replicate (Similar for RNA). D

DNA is a highly dense information (low entropy) storage and transmission medium that (under the right conditions) is able to self-replicate (Similar for RNA). DNA contains the blueprint to construct the "computer" that it runs on which is pretty amazing. An inanimate object contains no DNA, can't replicate, can't "decide" to act. Living organisms composed of and constructed by DNA can process inputs and use the incoming data to decide to act upon their environment. Even simple worms,fungi and bacteria have processing capability and the ability to manipulate their environment. Rocks? Not so much (ok, to clarify, not at all).