6.3 artificial intelligence Flashcards
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what is artificial intelligence
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a branch of computer science dealing with the simulation of intelligent behaviours by computers
2
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main characteristics of AI
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- collection of data and rules for using that data
- ability to reason
- CAN INCLUDE ability to learn and adapt
3
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types of AI
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expert systems, machine learning
4
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how do expert systems work
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- interface for user
- knowledge base to store information
- rules base (logical statements) to store how to use information
- inference engine to work out how to use inference rules on information form knowledge base
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what is machine learning
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when a program has the ability to automatically adapt its own processes and/or data
