AI has impacted our lives in one way or the other. With all the hype around AI – because of an “ASSISTANT”, there are limitless possibilities as to what humanity can achieve with AI. But what is AI? How is it advantageous to us?
AI (Artificial Intelligence) is the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines. AI provides machines with the ability to think and learn on its own, mimicking the mind of a human. First coined in 1956 by John McCarthy, AI has become a trend, with tech giants heavily investing in the r&d of the same.
Let’s take a look at a few advantages to understand why people think that AI is the future:
1. Nullifies human error
It is common for humans to make errors while working. Calculation errors, misjudging symbols, and these kinds of small mistakes have been the cause of more than 85% of data breaches.
One of the major causes of this is the repetitive handling of data. Human attention wanes over time. A mistake you might notice in the morning might go unchecked by noon. But if similar mistakes happen in mission-critical tasks, it becomes a huge problem.
One of the advantages of AI is that it significantly reduces such instances, increasing accuracy and precision. AIs are programmed to act on a pre-defined set of algorithms. They take decisions based on these algorithms, and when programmed correctly, can nullify these errors.
2. No pre-existing Bias
Whether we like it or not, we, as humans, make decisions based on our emotions. On the other hand, AIs are devoid of emotions. They make decisions based on practicality and rationality. Being unbiased and emotionless, they tend to make more correct decisions.
3. 24×7 support through AI
Unlike humans, AIs do not have physical limitations. AI programs can provide 24×7 without getting tired. They can think and process data much faster than humans, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, and work tirelessly without breaks. AI operates 24×7 without interruptions and has no downtime.
One of the most prominent examples of this application is chatbots. At present, multiple MNCs and conglomerates are using chatbots as their assistants. They offer 24×7 support to the customers regarding any query or problem they might have.
4. Zero risks in dangerous situations
The human body is fragile. No matter how much we train it, it will still succumb under extreme conditions and cannot overcome certain limitations. AI robots, however, can overcome such limitations. Their metal bodies can withstand unfavourable conditions and perform tasks such as exploring the deepest parts of the ocean, diffusing bombs, going to space etc., without risk.
