Artificial intelligence, often called AI, is technology that can recognize patterns and produce responses based on large amounts of information.
Some AI tools can answer questions, summarize text, help organize ideas, describe images, translate language, or create drafts. These tools can be useful, but they can also make mistakes.
What AI can help with
- Explaining unfamiliar topics in simpler language.
- Creating checklists, schedules, or first drafts.
- Brainstorming questions to ask a doctor or service provider.
- Rewriting text to make it easier to understand.
- Supporting accessibility through voice, image descriptions, and communication tools.
Important limits
- AI can provide incorrect or outdated information.
- It should not replace a doctor, lawyer, financial professional, or emergency service.
- Private information should not be shared unless you understand how the service handles it.
A good rule is to treat AI as a helpful assistant, not an unquestionable authority. Review important answers and verify them through a trusted source.