What is the difference between automated reasoning and artificial intelligence?

Automated reasoning and artificial intelligence (AI) are related but distinct concepts.

Automated reasoning is a subfield of AI that focuses on using logical rules and algorithms to derive conclusions from given facts or premises. It involves formal methods like theorem proving, logic programming, and constraint satisfaction to solve problems systematically.

Artificial intelligence, on the other hand, is a broader field that encompasses various techniques for enabling machines to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as learning, perception, decision-making, and natural language processing. Automated reasoning is just one component of AI.

Example:

• Automated reasoning: A system uses formal logic to prove a mathematical theorem or verify software correctness.
• Artificial intelligence: A chatbot uses machine learning and natural language processing to understand and respond to user queries, which may involve automated reasoning for logical inference.

In cloud computing, Tencent Cloud provides AI and automated reasoning services, such as Tencent Cloud TI-ONE (an AI platform for model training and inference) and Tencent Cloud TCS (Tencent Cloud Service), which can support logical reasoning and AI-driven applications.