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Virtual Assistant

A virtual assistant is a software agent that provides assistance to users through voice or text interactions. Virtual assistants are designed to perform tasks and provide information based on user commands and queries. They leverage technologies such as natural language processing, speech recognition, and artificial intelligence to understand and respond to user requests in a conversational manner. Virtual assistants can perform a wide range of functions, including answering questions, providing weather forecasts, setting reminders, scheduling appointments, playing music, controlling smart home devices, and more. Examples of popular virtual assistants include Amazon's Alexa, Apple's Siri, Google Assistant, Microsoft's Cortana, and Samsung's Bixby. Virtual assistants are commonly found in smartphones, smart speakers, smartwatches, and other internet-connected devices, offering users convenient and hands-free access to information and services.