knowledge-based system
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knowledge-based system
[′näl·ij ‚bāst ‚sis·təm] (computer science)
A computer system whose usefulness derives primarily from a data base containing human knowledge in a computerized format.
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knowledge-based system
(artificial intelligence)(KBS) A program for extending and/or
querying a knowledge base.
The related term expert system is normally used to refer to a highly domain-specific type of KBS used for a specialised purpose such as medical diagnosis.
The Cyc project is an example of a large KBS.
The related term expert system is normally used to refer to a highly domain-specific type of KBS used for a specialised purpose such as medical diagnosis.
The Cyc project is an example of a large KBS.
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