Artificial intelligence Computer Science Fundamentals
noun phrase
Definition 1: A branch of computer science concerned with developing data-processing systems that perform functions typically associated with human intelligence, such as reasoning, learning, and self-improvement [ISO/IEC/IEEE 24765:2017].
Example in context: “ML is an important research field of Artificial Intelligence (AI).” [Wang 2022]
Definition 2: A discipline concerned with building computer systems that perform tasks requiring intelligence when carried out by humans [ISO/IEC 39794-16:2021].
Example in context: “This study focuses on artificial intelligence, a field that models human brain function and transfers human-like intelligence to machines as a science and engineering discipline.” [Altuntaş, Karabay 2024]
Definition 3: A technology, system, or software application understood as the capability of an engineered system to acquire, process, and apply knowledge and skills [ISO/IEC TR 24029-1:2021].
Example in context: “The application of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in scientific research has significantly enhanced efficiency and accuracy but also introduced new forms of academic misconduct.” [Chen et al. 2024]
Definition 4: The capability of a functional unit to perform functions usually associated with human intelligence, such as reasoning and learning [ISO/IEC 2382:2015].
Example in context: “Artificial intelligence (“AI”) systems can operate in ways that their designers may not fully understand.” [Villasenor 2024]
Definition 5: An individual artificial agent or entity; a particular software instance of this kind, or a notional entity displaying such intelligence [OED].
Example in context: “The vision of AI collaborators is a staple of mythology and science fiction, where artificial agents with special talents assist human partners and teams.” [Stefik 2024]
Synonym: AI
Related terms: machine learning, intelligent system, artificial agent, neural network, generative AI, autonomous system