Artificial Intelligence

Data

Plain English

Information you can use.

Definition

Data is raw information collected and stored for analysis, processing, or .

In practice

Used to inform decisions, power , and train across digital products.

The reality

Not all data is useful, and poor data can to incorrect conclusions or outcomes.

FAQ

Common questions

A few practical answers to the questions that usually come up around this term.

What is data?

It is raw information used for analysis and .

Why is data important?

It helps inform decisions and power .

What types of data exist?

Structured and unstructured data.

What makes data useful?

Accuracy, , and quality.

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