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Introduction In this article we begin the journey of running generative AI, and large language models at home. But, why would we want to do this? There are several compelling reasons. First, if you’re concerned about privacy and security, running models locally is the only way to ensure your data isn’t being collected. Large language models gather vast amounts of text and data, which can be problematic for individuals or organizations who value their privacy....

Introduction In this, the second in a series of articles, we seek to understand how AI is impacting education. If you haven’t read it yet, you may want to start with the previous article, Using AI: At home. Now that you are getting familiar with using AI, and the capabilities it offers, you might be tempted to apply these technological breakthroughs to school or professional work. And frankly, that’s exactly what millions of other AI users are thinking right now, too....

Introduction In the first of the using AI series, let’s look at some practical uses of AI at home. I chose to start this series at home for a couple of key reasons. It allows us to bypass some challenges you’ll face when wanting to use AI at work or at school. From policies to firewalls, many work/school provided devices aren’t allowed to access AI tools and services right now. I look forward to addressing those topics as we continue into the series, but for now, let’s stick with the home setting on personal devices....

Introduction Simply put, the progress of artificial intelligence (AI) over the past few years has been so good, it begs the question, what changed? 2011 - 2016 Between 2011-2016, we saw the launch of several voice assistants from Apple’s Siri, Amazon’s Alexa, and the Google Assistant. These represented huge investments for these big companies, that they hoped to capitalize on through selling future products and advertisements, and thus bet big with investing into this tech....

Introduction The concept of artificial intelligence has long been a staple in the realm of science fiction, captivating our imaginations with stories of advanced robots, self-aware machines, and futuristic technologies. As we delve into this fascinating topic, let’s explore how AI has evolved from being an idea confined to the pages of novels and films to becoming a reality that shapes our daily lives in countless ways. As in my typical style, I will keep this a short read; there are numerous other sources where you can tap into much greater detail if desired....