AI as a System Technology

Abstract Now we know what AI is and have seen how the technology has made transition from lab to society in recent years, turn our attention process of embedding into society. What required incorporate society? To answer that question, this chapter presents a framework within which can be viewed as particular type technology, namely system with number historical precedents. By viewing way, draw various conclusions history other technologies. That provides basis for reflecting on need do address many issues associated it. It not intention imply always repeats itself or technological development deterministic characteristics. We set out rigid but identify general patterns shed light present, while recognizing past present differ. adopting approach, seek look beyond current situation thus whims day.