What is Artificial Intelligence?
Artificial Intelligence refers to the ability of machines to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence. These tasks include learning from experience, understanding language, recognising patterns, solving problems and making decisions. Essentially, AI enables computers and other devices to think and act in ways that mimic human capabilities.
Types of AI
AI can be broadly categorised into two types:
Narrow AI and General AI.
Narrow AI
This type of AI is designed to perform a specific task. Examples include virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa, which can understand and respond to voice commands and recommendation systems used by Netflix and Amazon to suggest movies or products based on your preferences. Narrow AI is highly effective within its limited scope but cannot perform tasks outside its designated function.