Encyclopedia of Artificial Intelligence: The Past, Present, and Future of AI

by
Philip L. Franaeditor
Michael J. Kleineditor
Encyclopedia of Artificial Intelligence: The Past, Present, and Future of AI

20210430

ABC-CLIO

Pages 408
Topics Artificial Intelligence;Technology;Machine Intelligence;Computer Science;AI Impact on Workplace and Economy;AI Impact on Leisure and Family;AI Impact on Personal and Public Health;Artificial Moral Agents (Software with Ethical Codes);Mindcloning;Mindware;Moore's Law

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Encyclopedia of Artificial Intelligence: The Past, Present, and Future of AI

Contributors: Frana, Philip; Klein, Michael;
Abstract:

This authoritative reference work will provide readers with a complete overview of artificial intelligence (AI), including its historic development and current status; existing and projected AI applications; and present and potential future impact on the United States and the world.

Some people believe that artificial intelligence (AI) will revolutionize modern life in ways that improve human existence. Others say that the promise of AI is overblown. Still others contend that AI applications could pose a grave threat to the economic security of millions of people by taking their jobs and otherwise rendering them "obsolete"—or, even worse, that AI could actually spell the end of the human race.

This volume will help users understand the reasons AI development has both spirited defenders and alarmed critics; explain theories and innovations like Moore's Law, mindcloning, and Technological Singularity that drive AI research and debate; and give readers the information they need to make their own informed judgment about the promise and peril of this technology. All of this coverage is presented using language and terminology accessible to a lay audience.


  • Introduction explaining the historical evolution of AI
  • Chronology of important AI-related events
  • Authoritative entries on leading pioneers, entrepreneurs, and thinkers; AI concepts and theories; AI's potential impact on different facets of society; and major movies and other cultural touchstones exploring AI technology

Editor(s): Frana, Philip; Klein, Michael;
SortTitle: encyclopedia of artificial intelligence: the past, present, and future of ai
Author Info:
Philip L. Franaeditor
Michael J. Kleineditor
eISBN-13: 9781440853272
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Print ISBN-13: 9781440853265
Imprint: ABC-CLIO
Pages: 408
Publication Date: 20210430