What is artificial intelligence (AI)?
Artificial intelligence (AI) describes the ability of a computer (or programmable entity), to mirror anthropomorphic qualities such as problem-solving and active decision-making.
The system uses arithmetic and logic via an algorithm to simulate the thought processes and patterns of the human brain to help it learn in a proactive (rather than passive) capacity. This means that the system will continue to learn and improve its decision-making and problem-solving skills through actively practicing and running scenarios.
What is machine learning (ML)?
In summary, machine learning (ML) is the function of AI.
Machine leaning is the act of using mathematically determined models (such as algorithms) to help a system understand concepts without instruction.
This essentially means that the system is actively learning through imitation, rather than passively learning by being told how to perform a function. This allows the system to continue to learn and improve its skills via practice from experience.