The document defines and discusses artificial intelligence from several perspectives: 1) focusing on intelligent behavior similar to humans, 2) how computers can perform tasks currently done by humans, 3) representing knowledge symbolically rather than numerically, and 4) pattern matching to describe objects and processes qualitatively. Major applications of AI discussed include expert systems, natural language processing, speech recognition, robotics, computer vision, and computer-aided instruction. The history and differences between artificial and natural intelligence are also summarized.