AI & Digital Life · 45 sec
Artificial intelligence
A useful mental model for the technology shaping daily life.
The useful idea
- The useful idea
Artificial intelligence (AI) is the capability of computational systems to perform tasks typically associated with human intelligence, such as learning, reasoning, problem-solving, perception, and
- How it works
It is a field of research in engineering, mathematics, and computer science that develops and studies methods and software that enable machines to perceive their environment and use learning and
- Why it matters
intelligence to take actions that maximize their chances of achieving defined goals.
Why this matters
Use Artificial intelligence as a lens when judging what a digital tool can — and cannot — do.
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Use Artificial intelligence as a lens when judging what a digital tool can — and cannot — do.
Test your recall
Which idea belongs to the explanation of Artificial intelligence?
- How it works
- The useful idea — correct
- Why it matters
Artificial intelligence (AI) is the capability of computational systems to perform tasks typically associated with human intelligence, such as learning, reasoning, problem-solving, perception, and