Ethics of AI

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During my freshman year of undergraduate studies, I spent a quarter evaluating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the ethical implications of its use. During this quarter I explored modern uses of AI and what future development was projected as. AI is embedded in many systems, as AI usually improves performance due to its ability to closely monitor systems. Some systems use algorithms AI develops, and often the algorithms are much more complicated and intricate than humans are able to understand. Due to the increasing prevalence of AI, we must evaluate the systems we introduce AI into, how it affects human life, and what the ethical implications are. For example, if a military weapon malfunctions due to faulty code, who is responsible? Is it the machine? The programmer? The weapon operator? Relevant examples include Tesla's self-driving cars. In my final paper, I explore the ethics of using AI. This paper demonstrates my ability to reason about the use of technology, my knowledge of AI and its use, and my concern for the ethical use of technology. As a result of writing this paper I discern that the use of AI is in fact ethical, but precautions should be taken to evaluate the context AI is deployed in and the human-computer relationship is one that must be considered. This research inspired me to focus on the context technology is deployed in and ensure that I take a human-centric viewpoint when creating technology. I became aware of the relevance of exploring human sociology, psychology, and socialization and its relevance in computer science.