This document discusses chatbot technology. It defines chatbots as computer programs that interact with users through text or voice using artificial intelligence. It describes two main types of chatbots - open domain chatbots that can discuss general topics using AI/machine learning, and closed domain chatbots that operate within a set of rules. The document outlines several benefits of chatbot technology for businesses, such as automating customer service and promoting offers. It provides examples of how chatbots can be used for customer service, IT support, HR functions, and more. Finally, it identifies industries like hospitality, banking, retail, and publishing that are well-suited to implement consumer-facing chatbots.