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I used Perplexity's AI agent in Windows to tackle 5 complex tasks - here's what impressed me most
Written by Lance Whitney, Contributor Contributor Aug. 31, 2026 at 9:59 a.m.
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Perplexity’s new Personal Computer feature embeds an agentic AI directly into its Windows desktop applications, allowing users to describe complex, multi‑step tasks and have the AI execute them with minimal interaction. The tool is positioned as a time‑saving solution that automates labor‑intensive processes by handling the required steps autonomously. Perplexity promotes this capability as part of a broader rollout of agentic AI services aimed at streamlining workflow on personal computers.
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