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Claude AI gains background computer operation capabilities

Anthropic's Claude AI now has the capability to operate in the background on a user's computer, performing tasks such as clicking, typing, and opening applications. This feature, named Claude Cowork, is currently in beta for Pro and Max plan subscribers on macOS. Users can enable this functionality through the app's settings, with Claude requesting permission before using each application for the first time and allowing users to block sensitive apps. AI

IMPACT Enhances AI assistant utility by enabling background task execution and multitasking.

RANK_REASON This is a new feature for an existing AI product, not a core AI release or significant industry event.

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Claude AI gains background computer operation capabilities

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  1. r/ClaudeAI TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/ClaudeOfficial ·

    Claude can now use your computer in the background in Claude Cowork and Claude Code

    <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/ClaudeAI/comments/1w5kgjn/claude_can_now_use_your_computer_in_the/"> <img alt="Claude can now use your computer in the background in Claude Cowork and Claude Code" src="https://preview.redd.it/f440ci5ta5nh1.png?width=640&amp;crop…