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What is Virtual Assistant?

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A Virtual Assistant (or Virtual Agent) is an AI-powered software or application that performs various tasks and assists users with their daily activities. It uses Natural Language Processing and Machine Learning algorithms to understand and respond to user queries, helping with tasks like scheduling, reminders, and information retrieval.

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Supervised Learning

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Artificial General Intelligence (AGI)

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