AI operates much faster than humans, able to process information millions of times faster than people. AI has the ability to write and update itself. John McCarthy first coined the term "artificial intelligence" in 1956 when he demonstrated one of the first AI programs. LISP is a popular programming language for AI due to its ability to perform algorithms on expressions and its use of frames, networks, and objects. BigDog is an example of an autonomous robot that can run at 10 km/h, climb slopes, and carry heavy loads.