Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just science fiction. Today, we use AI every day — often without even realizing it. Think of smart search engines, automatic translations, chatbots, and even tools that write texts or generate images.
What is Artificial Intelligence?
AI is technology that enables computers to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence. Examples include:
Understanding language
Recognizing images
Predicting behavior
Solving problems
AI Models vs. AI Assistants
A common confusion is the difference between AI models and AI assistants. Here’s a simple comparison:
AI model: The engine trained on data (e.g. GPT-4, Gemini, Claude, Grok)
AI assistant/interface: The application you use to interact with the model (e.g. ChatGPT, Copilot, Perplexity)
You can compare it to a car: the AI model is the engine, the AI assistant is the dashboard you use to drive.
Je kunt het vergelijken met een auto: het AI-model is de motor, de AI-assistent is het dashboard waarmee je de auto bestuurt.
Well-Known AI Applications
- ChatGPT (OpenAI): A powerful chatbot that writes texts, answers questions, generates code, and much more. Go to https://chatgpt.com/ and create an account or log in with your Gmail.
- Copilot (Microsoft): Integrated in Word, Excel, Outlook, and more. It helps you with writing, analysis, and automation. Open the EDGE browser, a new tab, and click on the icon in the search bar. That will take you to COPILOT. https://copilot.microsoft.com/
- Gemini (Google DeepMind): Google’s own AI model, integrated into their search engine and apps. Open the link: https://gemini.google.com/
- Perplexity: An AI search engine that provides answers based on multiple models and sources. You can find this tool at https://www.perplexity.ai/
- Grok (xAI / Elon Musk): Used in X (Twitter) and designed to process real-time information. If you already have a Twitter (X) account, click on the following link: https://x.com/i/grok
What Can You Do with AI as a Beginner?
Write texts (blogs, emails, summaries)
Ask questions about complex topics
Analyze data in Excel or Google Sheets
Generate creative ideas (recipes, slogans, stories)
Create images with tools like DALL·E or Midjourney
My Own AI Journey
I started with ChatGPT myself, and it was an eye-opener. Now I’m discovering that there are many more models and applications. That’s why I’m taking AI courses and sharing my experiences through this blog.
Want to get started too? Just begin with one tool, such as ChatGPT, and explore step by step what AI can mean for you.
Conclusion
AI is not a magical solution, but it is a powerful assistant. By understanding the different models and applications, you can make better use of them in your work, studies, or daily life.
Do you have questions or want to learn more? Feel free to contact me at info@adminisa.be.
This blog post is the first in a series about Artificial Intelligence. Regular updates and in-depth articles will follow, covering AI applications, tips, and insights.
