Specialized Software

Specialized software includes:

Virtual reality—simulated, realistic environments for:

• Video games
• Medical training
• Military training

Artificial Intelligence

• Expert Systems—programmed to solve problems, such as forming a diagnosis based on symptoms
• Robotics—employ machines to perform tasks, used in everything from heavy industry to space exploration to toys

Sophisticated software brings what was once only for science fiction into our daily lives. Virtual reality software creates simulated, realistic environments for everything from sophisticated computer games to medical and military training. Artificial intelligence programs are designed to think logically, and are able to solve problems. There are two main types of artificial intelligence—expert systems and robotics. Expert systems are programmed to solve problems, such as diagnosing diseases based on symptoms. Robotics employ machines which respond to either light or touch and perform tasks based on their programming. Robotics technology is used for everything from heavy industry to space exploration to toys.