In todays rapidly changing world, technology has given us a possible future in the field of Artificial Intelligence. An August, 1999 article entitled 12: Machines Will Be Smarter Than We Are, explains how Artificial Intelligence is inevitable. It also explains when and how it will transform civilization. The facts and examples used in the article may not give a full picture of the situation, but succeed in presenting a strong argument. The major strength of this article is the number of examples and quotes that the author uses to support his/her claim. For example, the author states that the arrival of silicon life will transform civilization. Later in that same paragraph the author uses a quote from Kevin Warwick, head of cybernetics research at Britains University, which states, machines will subjugate humanity by 2050" (Business Week 4). Another quote the author uses to support his/her claim is from John C. Carson, chief technology officer at Irvine Sensors Corp., a Silicon Valley chip company. John says that silicon life could transform civilization as early as 2005" (Business Week 3). These examples and quotes give strength to the authors claim that Artificial Intelligence is right around the corner, and will transform civilization.In addition, the authors writing style and arrangement further strengthen his article. Most readers would find it is easy to read this article and find the most important bits of information. Although the author uses long paragraphs, he/she uses easily understandable vocabulary, which keeps the reader from getting lost. For example, one of the authors topic sentences reads, At the moment, computers who no sign of intelligence (Business Week 1). This topic sentence is easy to read and understand, which makes the article flow better. Furthermore, the authors arrangement of information strengthens his/her article. For example, most of the article follows a pattern of giving an opinion, support or quo...
