What this chapter is about

Computing is moving fast. In this chapter we look at artificial intelligence, machine learning, the internet of things, cloud computing and a few more trends, and see real uses of each.

1. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is making machines do tasks that usually need human intelligence, such as understanding speech or recognising a face. Machine Learning (ML) is a part of AI where the machine learns patterns from data instead of being told every rule.

2. The Internet of Things (IoT)

IoT connects everyday devices to the internet so they can share data and be controlled remotely, such as smart lights, fitness bands and smart home appliances.

3. Cloud computing

Cloud computing means using computers and storage over the internet instead of only your own machine. Files saved online and apps that run in a browser are examples.

4. Other trends

Big data studies very large sets of data. Blockchain keeps secure shared records. Virtual and augmented reality create or add to what we see. Robotics builds machines that do physical tasks.

Practise with the interactive

Match each technology to a real-life use by tapping. The interactive opens right here in the lesson.

Practice set A, multiple choice

Practice set B, short answer

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