| Term | Definition |
| Algorithm | The “recipe” a computer follows to decide what content to show you—whether suggested videos, ads, or spiritual content. |
| Artificial Intelligence (AI) | Computer systems that perform tasks usually requiring human intelligence, like answering questions, writing, or making predictions. |
| Augmented Reality (AR) | Digital information overlaid on the real world through phone cameras or glasses. |
| Chatbot | Computer program designed to converse with people, sometimes offering guidance or answering questions. |
| Data Privacy | Who controls your personal information—including faith-related data—and how it’s used. |
| Deepfake | Audio or video digitally altered to make it appear someone said or did something they never actually did. |
| Digital Divide | The gap between those with easy access to digital tools and those without. |
| Disinformation | False information deliberately spread to mislead or manipulate. |
| Large Language Model (LLM) | Advanced AI trained on vast amounts of text to produce human-like responses. |
| Machine Learning | AI that improves by analyzing data and identifying patterns. |
| Misinformation | False or inaccurate information that spreads, often unintentionally. |
| Predictive Technology | Tools that use past information to predict future behavior, from shopping choices to spiritual “readiness.” |
| Virtual Reality (VR) | Fully digital environments experienced through special headsets. |
