The document provides an overview of next-generation sequencing (NGS), detailing its historical development, various tools and methods, including Illumina, 454, Ion Torrent, and SMRT sequencing. It explains the processes involved in sequencing, such as the preparation of DNA samples and the use of different technologies for high-throughput sequencing. Additionally, the document outlines the applications of NGS in genomics, target sequencing, and cancer detection.