Artificial Intelligence (AI) vs. Machine Learning

 

Although the terms artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are frequently used interchangeably, machine learning is a subset of the larger category of AI.

Note: You can read the blog if you want to know about the difference between artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning.

In context, artificial intelligence refers to computers' general ability to mimic human thought and perform tasks in real-world environments, whereas machine learning refers to the technologies and algorithms that allow systems to recognise patterns, make decisions, and improve themselves through experience and data.

What Is Artificial Intelligence?

Artificial intelligence is the study of creating computers and robots that can behave in ways that both mimic and exceed human capabilities. AI-enabled programmes can analyse and contextualise data to provide information or trigger actions without the need for human intervention.

Today, artificial intelligence powers many of the technologies we use, such as smart devices and voice assistants like Siri on Apple devices. Natural language processing and computer vision — the ability for computers to use human language and interpret images — are being used by businesses to automate tasks, accelerate decision making, and enable customer conversations with chatbots.

What Is Machine Learning?

Machine learning is a stepping stone to artificial intelligence. This AI subcategory employs algorithms to automatically learn insights and recognise patterns in data, with the goal of making increasingly better decisions.

Programmers investigate and experiment with machine learning to see how far they can improve a computer system's perception, cognition, and action.

Deep learning, a more advanced form of machine learning, goes even further. Deep learning models employ large neural networks — networks that function logically analyse data like a human brain — to learn complex patterns and make predictions independent of human input.

How Companies Use AI and Machine Learning

 

Organisations must be able to transform data into actionable insight in order to be successful in almost any industry. Organisations benefit from artificial intelligence and machine learning by automating a variety of manual processes involving data and decision making.

Leaders can understand and act on data-driven insights more quickly and efficiently by incorporating AI and machine learning into their systems and strategic plans.