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Synopsis Artificial Intelligence evokes starting visions of a robot-driven future, providing inspiration for writers, directors and artists from Frank L. Baum to Arthur C. Clarke. But what is Artificial intelligence, and what can it really do? This incisive new introduction to today’s hottest topic debunks the myths surrounding AI to reveal the true Potential-and very real limitations-of this futuristic science. Author Blay Whitby steers a steady course thought the technical minefield, carefully explaining. Tomorrow beings right here as, embarking on an enthralling journey into not only the computer world, but also the inner recesses of the human mind, readers encounter everything from insect-like robots to champion chess computers, in addition to discovering the controversies that dog the field of AI.