Artificial intelligence
AI is a broad term for systems built to perform tasks associated with intelligence. Different systems have different strengths. A fluent answer is not a guarantee that a system understands your situation or has its facts right.
An AI agent
An agent is typically an AI system that can take steps toward a goal, often by using tools. The exact meaning varies by product. The useful questions are practical: what can it do, what needs your approval, and how can you check or undo its actions?
General intelligence
AGI usually refers to broadly capable AI that can handle many kinds of intellectual tasks. People disagree about its definition and how to measure it. Be cautious when a precise-sounding claim depends on an undefined benchmark.
Superintelligence
Superintelligence describes a hypothetical intelligence that substantially exceeds human abilities across a wide range of tasks. It is a subject of research and debate. This field guide explores the idea while keeping practical advice grounded in what you can use and verify today.