Class 11 Computer Science — Chapter 2: Emerging Trends

What you'll learn

• ▸Artificial Intelligence (AI) Concepts
• ▸Machine Learning (ML)
• ▸Natural Language Processing (NLP)
• ▸Immersive Experiences: VR and AR
• ▸Robotics and Humanoids
• ▸Big Data Concepts

Chapter Summary

--- PAGE 1 --- 11149CH02 EMERGING CHAPTER TRENDS 2 “Computer science is no more about computers than astronomy is about telescopes” — Edsger Dijkstra In this chapter » Introduction to Emerging Trends » Artificial Intelligence (AI) » Big Data » Internet of Things (IoT) » Cloud Computing » Grid Computing » Blockchains 2.1 INTRODUCTION TO EMERGING TRENDS Computers have been around for quite some time now. New technologies and initiatives emerge with each passing day. In order to understand the existing technologies and have a better view of the developments around us, we must keep an eye on the emerging trends. Many new technologies are introduced almost every day. Some of these do not succeed and fade away over time. Some of these new technologies prosper and persist over time, gaining attention from users. Emerging trends are the state-of-the-art technologies, which gain Reprint 2025-26 © NCERT to be republished --- PAGE 2 --- 16 INFORMATICS PRACTICES – CLASS XI popularity and …

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8. Which characteristic of Big Data refers to its enormous size? Get Solution →

Did you know?

• 💡 The word "robot" comes from a Czech play meaning "forced labor."
• 💡 The first computer program designed to play checkers was created in 1951.
• 💡 Virtual Reality was first imagined in science fiction novels from the 1930s.
• 💡 Some robots can explore other planets, like NASA's Mars Rover missions.
• 💡 Artificial intelligence can generate music that sounds like human composers.

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