*Chap 11 Flashcards
What is data?
Raw facts = age, sex, race
What is information?
Collection of facts organized so that they have additional value beyond the value of the facts themselves
- red car
- Sally has a purple shirt
What is knowledge?
Awareness and understanding of a set of information and the ways that information can be made useful to support a specific task or reach a decision
- Sally is wearing a purple shirt driving a red car.
Difference between explicit and tacit knowledge?
Explicit can be objective, measured and documented.
Tacit is not
What do artificial intelligence systems include?
people, procedures, hardware, software, data, and knowledge needed to develop computer systems and machines that demonstrate characteristics of intelligence
Characteristics of Intelligent Behavior
- determine whats important
- react quickly and correctly to new situation
- understand visual images
- process and manipulate symbols
- be creative and imaginative
- use heuristics
Examples of Specialized Systems
- Auto applications
- Antilock brakes
- Keyless entry
- Sensors to report structure problems or ice conditions
What is Game theory?
Use of information systems to develop competitive strategies for people, organizations and countries