Taxler
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I'm not reading this thread but answering the thread title:
Sometimes you can pick online before hand.
Sometimes it is assigned when you get your ticket at the counter (usually from those DIY machines) and even then you can view the seats on the plane and change to available ones at the computer
Some airlines to open seating but with certain people getting first dibs
I don't see often when you have no idea what seat you are until you step on the plane though.
You do have the option of buying a class of ticket that eliminates the risk. I always pick my own seat and check in before going to the airport.