Science and Technology

Basics A supercomputer is a computer with a high level of performance as compared to a general-purpose computer because its architectural and operational model depends on parallel and grid processing. The primary motive for designing supercomputers was to be used … Continue reading →

Definition and Importance Definition: It is a material product composed of silicon, which conducts electricity more than an insulator, such as glass, but less than a pure conductor, such as copper or aluminum. Importance: Semiconductors are critical technological components for … Continue reading →

What is it? The World Wide Web (WWW) is an information system where documents and other resources are identified by URLs and accessed via the internet using a web browser. Types of Webs Type Description Key Features Surface Web The … Continue reading →

What is it? Internet of Things (IoT) refers to a network of physical objects embedded with sensors, software, and other technologies to connect and exchange data with other devices and systems over the internet. Features Connectivity: Devices are connected to … Continue reading →

Augmented Reality (AR) It is an enhanced version of the real physical world that is achieved through the use of digital visual elements, sound, or other sensory stimuli and delivered via technology. It overlays digital content onto real-life environments and … Continue reading →

It refers to a virtual or digital universe where people can interact with each other and digital objects in a shared online space. Origin of the term: The term “metaverse” first appeared in author Neal Stephenson’s 1992 science-fiction novel Snowcrash, … Continue reading →

Deepfake is a type of Artificial Intelligence (AI) used to create convincing images, audio, and video hoaxes. Deepfakes use deep learning AI to replace the likeness of one person with another in video and other digital media. The most common … Continue reading →

What is it? ChatGPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) is a chatbot launched by OpenAI in November 2022. It is built on top of OpenAI’s GPT-3 family of large language models. It is a type of artificial intelligence that can understand and … Continue reading →

What is it? Definition: Artificial Intelligence is the capability of machines to imitate intelligent human behavior. It involves systems that can perceive, reason, learn, and interact with their environment. AI combines algorithms, big data, and computational power to simulate human-like … Continue reading →

What is it? It is an area of computer science that uses the principles of quantum theory.  Quantum theory explains the behavior of energy and material on the atomic and subatomic levels. Quantum computers have the capability to sift through … Continue reading →