The purpose of software agents
As modern systems have become increasingly complex, distributed, and intelligent, the role of software agents has gained prominence across domains that range from autonomous operations to user-assistive technologies. But what is the underlying purpose of software agents? Why do we design systems that go beyond scripts, services, or static models, and instead delegate tasks to entities that are capable of perceiving, reasoning, and acting?
This section explores the fundamental purpose of software agents: to enable intelligent delegation of tasks within dynamic environments, with a focus on autonomy, adaptability, and purposeful action. It introduces the conceptual foundation of software agents, traces their cognitive structure, and outlines the real-world problems that they are uniquely equipped to solve.
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