Machine learning is a branch of artificial intelligence that enables computers to learn and make predictions or decisions without being explicitly programmed. It involves algorithms that analyze data, identify patterns, and improve their performance over time.
Think of machine learning as a student studying for an exam. Initially, the student doesn't know the answers but learns from practice questions and feedback. As they continue studying, they become better at answering similar questions without explicit instructions.
Artificial Intelligence (AI): AI refers to computer systems that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as speech recognition or problem-solving.
Neural Networks: Neural networks are a type of machine learning algorithm inspired by the human brain's structure. They consist of interconnected nodes (neurons) that process information.
Data Mining: Data mining is the process of extracting useful patterns or knowledge from large datasets using techniques like machine learning algorithms.
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