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What is a neural network?

Imagine a neural network as a digital brain, inspired by how our own brains work. It's a computer system designed to learn and make decisions by processing huge amounts of data, much like the AI systems driving the demand for Samsung's memory chips. These networks are key to AI's ability to recognise patterns and solve complex problems.

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