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What Are AI Agents? How They Work, Examples, and Risks

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AI agents are more than chatbots. They can understand goals, use tools, complete multi-step tasks, and check results with limited human guidance. This plain-English guide explains how AI agents work, how they differ from chatbots, where they are used, and what risks users and businesses should understand.