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Chatbot

Software that responds through a conversational interface.

In everyday use

A bot sends a resource when someone types an agreed keyword.

What to keep in mind

A chatbot can use simple rules; it does not necessarily use an LLM.

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Further reading

Original explanation and example by Perspectism. Further reading may cover the wider subject, rather than this exact wording. Edition updated 7 October 2026.

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