Understanding the history of AI  is more important today than ever. We use AI every day, often without noticing it. When we ask a voice assistant a quick question, rely on search results, or get a tailored movie recommendation, we’re experiencing decades of innovation. As AI becomes part of our routines, knowing its origins helps us see how far the field has come and why its evolution continues to shape our world. Over time, AI has moved from simple rule-based systems to adva