What is Artificial Intelligence?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a branch of computer science wherein machines perform tasks like a human mind, such as learning and reasoning.

Artificial intelligence definition

The term Artificial Intelligence represents a collection of software, logic, computing, and philosophical disciplines that aim to make computers perform functions once thought to be exclusively human, e.g. perceiving meaning in written or spoken language, learning, recognising facial expressions, and so forth. The AI field has a long history, with many earlier breakthroughs, such as optical character recognition, now considered routine.

Why artificial intelligence?

AI is an attractive concept for many stakeholders in business, the sciences and government. On an economic basis, there is much appeal in having machines perform tasks that used to require human beings. An effective AI solution can "think" faster and process more information than any human brain. AI also has the potential to extend human abilities to places where people have trouble going, e.g. outer space or remote locations on earth where human expertise like medical knowledge might be useful.

HPE artificial intelligence

Success with AI invariably means bringing enough computing power to bear on a machine thinking task, but doing so within realistic resource constraints. HPE has a long, proven track record in providing solutions for AI that are at once high-performing and economically viable. HPE, in collaboration with partners like Intel, have devised High Performance Computing (HPC) solutions that deliver significant AI capabilities.

Learn about HPE AI solutions

Connect with an AI expert from HPE to learn how our server solutions, combined with Intel processors, can help you achieve your artificial intelligence mission.


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The ability of computers to autonomously learn, predict, and adapt using massive datasets is driving innovation and competitive advantage across many industries and applications. These artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are growing faster and more accessible, prompting businesses to hop aboard this next big wave of computing to uncover deeper insight, quickly resolve their most difficult problems, and differentiate their products and services. Whether the goal is to build a smarter city, power an intelligent car, or deliver personalized medicine, we’ve only just begun to understand the true potential of artificial intelligence. Download this technical white paper to learn how to accelerate the speed and accessibility of artificial intelligence technologies.

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