Term

Definition

Example

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

The ability of machines to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence such as learning, reasoning, and decision-making.

Voice assistants like Alexa or Siri

Machine Learning (ML)

A branch of AI that helps machines learn from data and improve automatically without being explicitly programmed.

Netflix recommending shows

Algorithm

A set of rules or steps a computer follows to solve a problem.

Sorting names alphabetically

Automation

Using machines or technology to do repetitive tasks automatically.

Washing machines or traffic lights

Data

Information collected for analysis or learning.

Photos, videos, temperature readings