ApplicationsLast updated: April 2026
Copilot
AI that assists humans with tasks rather than replacing them entirely.
In Plain English
A Copilot is an AI assistant designed to work alongside humans, augmenting their capabilities rather than replacing them. The term was popularized by GitHub Copilot (which helps write code) and Microsoft Copilot (which assists across Microsoft products). The copilot approach keeps humans in control while AI handles routine tasks or provides suggestions.
💡Real-World Example
GitHub Copilot suggests code as you type, but you decide whether to accept, modify, or ignore each suggestion.
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