Right. 
Lately I have felt that that there is a lot of AI programs on here posting. 

I don't mute either. Depending on what the problem is, it might help. If it's spam, then muting reduces the chances of getting zapped and potentially makes the spammer give up.

Undisciplined

I also havent muted anyone, since I feel that would really ruin my experience here. 
Everyone should have a right to their opinion, even if I dont agree with it. 
Muting doesnt make the problem go away. 

Satosora

Low value, throw away comments - why are they made?

Signal312

That's how I feel too. The ones I've done today have only been one sat. That way if I'm the only one who downzaps, then it probably won't do anything. However, if others do, then it makes a big difference having another downzapper.