01. How has the world changed?

The world has changed dramatically over the last few decades due to technological
advancements. Innovations in communication, transportation, and computing have
transformed how we live, work, and interact. The Internet has connected people globally,
enabling instant communication and access to information. Advances in medicine have
improved healthcare, increasing life expectancy. Automation and artificial intelligence are
now reshaping industries, making processes more efficient and creating new
opportunities. Environmental awareness and renewable energy technologies are also
driving change towards sustainability.

02. What is Artificial Intelligence?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines,

especially computer systems. These processes include learning (the acquisition of
information and rules for using the information), reasoning (using rules to reach
approximate or definite conclusions), and self-correction. AI applications include expert
systems, speech recognition, and machine vision. AI enables machines to perform tasks
that typically require human intelligence, such as visual perception, speech recognition,
decision-making, and language translation.

03. History of AI

The concept of AI dates back to ancient history, but modern AI began in the mid-20th
century. Key milestones include:

• 1950s: Alan Turing proposed the Turing Test to measure a machine's ability to
exhibit intelligent behavior.
• 1956: The term "Artificial Intelligence" was coined at the Dartmouth Conference.
• 1960s-1970s: Development of early AI programs, such as ELIZA (a natural language
processing program) and Shakey (a robot).
• 1980s: AI experienced a boom with the advent of expert systems.
• 1990s-2000s: AI became more practical with advances in machine learning and
data processing. IBM's Deep Blue defeated chess champion Garry Kasparov in
1997.
• 2010s-Present: The rise of deep learning and neural networks has led to significant
advancements in AI capabilities, such as natural language processing and image
recognition.
04. AI around us

AI is integrated into many aspects of our daily lives. Some examples include:

• Smart Assistants: Virtual assistants like Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant help with
tasks such as setting reminders and answering questions.
• Recommendation Systems: AI algorithms suggest products, movies, or music on
platforms like Amazon, Netflix, and Spotify.
• Healthcare: AI aids in diagnosing diseases, personalized treatment plans, and drug
discovery.
• Transportation: Self-driving cars and traffic management systems use AI to
improve safety and efficiency.
• Finance: AI is used in fraud detection, stock trading, and personalized banking
services.
• Customer Service: Chatbots and automated service systems provide customer
support.

05. What is not AI?

Not all advanced technologies qualify as AI. Here are some examples:

• Simple Automation: Machines that follow pre-defined rules to perform tasks, like
traditional assembly line robots, are not AI.
• Basic Data Analysis: Statistical methods that do not involve learning or adaptation
from new data do not constitute AI.
• Conventional Software: Programs that execute tasks based on fixed programming
without the ability to learn or adapt are not AI.
• Algorithmic Trading: While some trading algorithms may use AI, many rely purely
on predefined mathematical models.
• Rule-Based Systems: Systems that operate strictly on if-then rules without any
form of learning or reasoning are not considered AI.