Can you "ask anything" to an AI? — A deep, practical guide Short answer:  Almost — but not literally anything.  Below you'll find what “ask anything” really means, what current systems allow, their limits, and practical guidance so you can choose the right AI for your needs. 1. Types of AI you can "ask" General-purpose conversational AIs (e.g., Chat-style models) — Best for natural conversation, brainstorming, writing, planning, explanations. Web-connected / search-augmented AIs Combine language models with live web search so answers can use recent facts and cite sources. Domain-specific AIs Tuned or built for a field: coding assistants, legal-research helpers, medical knowledge bases (not a substitute for a professional). Open-source & self-hosted models Allow more control and privacy at the cost of setup and sometimes lower capability. 2. What “ask anything” practically means Sensible scope:  You can ask many kinds of factual, creative, technical, or con...