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Agents and automation

AI agent

Plain-language meaning

Software that can select and perform steps toward a goal using available information and tools.

Why it matters

Permissions, stopping conditions and review points matter because actions affect other systems.

Practical example

An agent gathers authorised research sources and produces a draft report for review.

Common misunderstanding

Assuming an agent should have unrestricted access to every account.

Related concepts

Tool use · Human oversight

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References

Reviewed 2026-10-02.

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