Artificial Intelligence, often abbreviated as AI, is a branch of computer science that aims to create intelligent machines capable of performing tasks that typically require human intelligence. These tasks encompass a wide range of activities, from understanding natural language to visual perception, problem-solving, decision-making, and even creative endeavours. AI systems are designed to analyse data, identify patterns, and adapt their responses based on their learning from the data. Unlike traditional computer programs, AI systems can evolve and improve their performance over time, making them highly valuable in today’s data-driven world.
Types of AI
• Narrow AI (Weak AI)
• General AI (Strong AI)
Narrow AI refers to AI systems that are designed and trained for specific tasks or a narrow range of tasks. These systems excel at their predefined functions but lack general intelligence. Examples of narrow AI include virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa, recommendation systems on e-commerce websites, and image recognition algorithms. General AI, also known as strong AI, represents the hypothetical AI that possesses human-like intelligence and can perform any intellectual task that a human can do. This level of AI remains an aspiration and a subject of ongoing research in the field.
