Can anyone tell me about internet bots? there is an annoying fellow at a site i visit and everyone there claims he is a bot, owned by a internet millionair. can anyone explain this ? Any and all info would be appreciated

Bots are programs that are programmed to interact with instant messenger users or forums so that they seem like real people.

Do you have a link to an example post?

Sorry, but I don't have a link. I am curious as to what purpose the program would serve. Is it just for amusement?

Generally just for amusement or to help a task. For example there are bots that when you ask it a question, will search for an answer and give it to you.

In addition, some chat rooms use bots to monitor texts for "banned" words in an effort to keep the language acceptable.
Regards,
John

Thanks guys, It is clearer (if that is a word) now. Both reasons make good sense.
Very annoying though.