Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a branch of computer science focused on developing machines and systems that can think, reason, and act independently, mimicking the capabilities of a human. AI enables machines to process data, interpret patterns, generate decisions, and take action without explicit instructions, allowing them to solve complex tasks—both human-associated and otherwise—in ways that are impossible for non-AI systems to do. Examples of AI technologies include natural language processing, automatic speech recognition, computer vision, and expert systems.