Will Computers Revolt? : Preparing for the Future of Artificial Intelligence

Completely revised and updated 2nd Edition
Describes the When? Why? and How Dangerous? of future computers which will exceed human abilities. It's not all doom and gloom, but there are actions we should be taking now!

Artificial Intelligence (AI), the ability of computers to think like humans, may seem like a sci-fantasy set far in the future, but in reality, it is right around the corner. Without a degree in Computer Engineering how can one understand what this technology is, how it works, and what it means for our society as a whole?

Will Computers Revolt? gives readers an excellent place to start. This well-researched and provocative book offers many real-world examples to interest the computer novice, along with enough technical detail to convince even the most well-versed computer scientist. Written in layman's language, Simon invites readers of all backgrounds to explore the world of computer intelligent technology and how we can best prepare to avoid potential future disaster.

This 2nd Edition is fully revised and expanded with new examples and links to over twenty explanatory videos.