Prof. Dr. Larry AdamsAcademic, Author & Researcher
Understanding Artificial Intelligence Today · Chapter 1 of 24

Copyright, Scope, and Responsible-Use Notice

Copyright © 2026 Dr. Larry Adams and Dr. Lance Adams. All rights reserved.

This book is an educational guide. It is not legal, medical, financial, cybersecurity, or professional advice. Laws, product features, prices, and AI capabilities change quickly and differ by country and provider. Readers should check current official guidance and obtain qualified advice for high-impact decisions.

The book distinguishes established concepts from practical recommendations and illustrative examples. Any workflow, prompt, policy, or case example is a teaching aid and should be adapted to local circumstances. Do not place confidential, personal, regulated, or commercially sensitive information into an AI service unless the organisation has approved the tool and the relevant data-handling terms.

The technology landscape changes rapidly. The date-sensitive discussion is written for October 2026 and should be periodically reviewed. The references include foundational books and standards as well as official online resources.