What is a bot? | Newsverso Glossary

A bot is a computer program that automates repetitive, pre-defined tasks. Also known as robots or virtual agents, they are used for various purposes, such as collecting data, interacting with users, executing commands, among others.

Some common bot examples are:

  • Chat bot: Used in messaging apps to interact with users and provide information or services, like Facebook Messenger bots.
  • Search bot: used by search engines to crawl and index pages on the web, such as Googlebot
  • Ecommerce bots: Used to assist with purchasing products or provide customer support on online shopping sites, such as Amazon's virtual assistant, Alexa.
  • Game bots: used in electronic games to simulate players or characters not controlled by the user.

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What is a bot? | Newsverso Glossary
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