Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not only the latest buzz word in the digital world; it is already embedded in all parts of modern life - you are almost certainly using AI on a daily basis, even if you don't know it. One undeniable fact is that the subject of AI is a complicated and extensive one, which can throw up a multitude of questions and issues. AI for Seniors in easy steps offers a very real (and human) guide to the complexities of AI, and shows how its power can be harnessed to improve numerous aspects of everyday life. AI is a wide-ranging - and, at times, confusing - subject, and the book breaks down many of its intricacies so that the whole subject seems a lot more manageable. The book starts by: Explaining in straightforward terms exactly what AI is and how it works. AI jargon is broken down, so you will soon know all about the language of AI and how it relates to the operation of the technology. Outlining the drawbacks and concerns surrounding AI so that you can feel confident and secure when using it and interacting with it. Showing the general uses of AI, including those that you are probably already using. The rest of the book covers specific topics that are beginning to increasingly rely on AI. Each chapter has examples of AI apps that can be used in each area, all in the familiar In Easy Steps style. These include: Chatbots, such as ChatGPT, used to simulate human conversation. They can be used for a range of tasks, but most commonly they provide answers to questions and requests, either simple or complex. Writing tools for creating, editing, and formatting written content. Online uses for AI and how it is beginning to influence how we all interact online. Family and in the home, where AI can have a significant impact on common organizational tasks and also control smart devices around the home. Photos and videos for perfecting your photos when they are taken or when editing them, and even converting various types of content into videos. Entertainment, which can be used to tailor your entertainment needs but is also becoming a contentious issue due to the increasing use of AI to create and manipulate music and actors for movies and TV shows. Health and safety, which is one of the most exciting areas of AI, and one that has a genuine opportunity to positively transform the lives of millions of people. Finance, where AI can be used to enhance your financial wellbeing and also monitor the negative aspects of the technology in the world of finance. AI for Seniors in easy steps will ensure that the mysteries, concerns and benefits of AI are fully explained and illustrated so that you can confidently engage with this essential and exciting new technology.
