There is a community effort to create open-source models that match the performance of state-of-the-art LLMs. These models can help improve research by sharing results. They can also help prevent a few wealthy organizations from having too much sway and …
How Much Data Storage Do You Need on a Computer in 2023?
Whether buying a new computer or just picking up a new drive, you always need to consider how much storage you require.
https://www.makeuseof.com/how-much-data-storage-do-you-need/…
You Should Be Browsing the Web in Split-Screen
Stop losing your tabs between a million open windows, and browse in split screen instead.
https://lifehacker.com/you-should-be-browsing-the-web-in-split-screen-1850311393
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A data scientist cloned his best friends’ group chat using AI
Izzy Miller downloaded 500,000 messages from his seven-year group chat, then trained an AI language model to replicate his friends — learning details about their lives and imitating the way they speak.
https://www.theverge.com/2023/4/13/23671059/ai-chatbot-clone-group-chat
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Bluesky is my favorite Twitter clone yet
The platform is essentially just Twitter but decentralized. And yes, the Jack Dorsey-backed Bluesky is one of many services emulating how Twitter looks right now. But after spending a few hours in Bluesky since getting my beta invite this week, …
Can technology help schools prevent AI-based cheating?
In response to ChatGPT and similar tools, Turnitin has released new AI writing detection capabilities within its software.
4 Ways AI Can Actually Help Students
Here are four ways AI systems can be used to help students learn.
https://www.gizmodo.com.au/2023/04/4-ways-ai-can-actually-help-students/…
Microsoft 365 quietly adds Artificial Intelligence (AI) Host to Windows 11, Windows 10
You’ll notice the new Artificial Intelligence (AI) Host when you expand Microsoft Word or other Office apps in Task Manager. The AI Host is being added to all installations of Windows via Microsoft Office updates. If you don’t see it …
The Best Pomodoro Timer Apps to Rocket Your Productivity
If you often hit a productivity wall after a few hours of work, a Pomodoro timer could help you keep your focus. This selection of timers has an option for every platform.
Are we on the verge of having a ‘Universal Teacher’?
What we’re trying to support with AI is learning, not teaching. “The Universal Teacher is not a teacher at all, it is the learner learning from the cultural achievements from the past. The Universal teacher is us being taught by …
How to Install and Run ChatGPT as a Windows App
While no official Windows version is available, Microsoft Edge and Chrome let you use ChatGPT as a native Windows app. Here’s how you can run ChatGPT as a Windows app using Microsoft Edge, create a Chrome shortcut for the AI …
You Can Get Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint for Free. Here’s How
Here are the versions of Office 365, Microsoft 365 and their apps that you can find online for free.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/you-can-get-microsoft-word-excel-and-powerpoint-for-free-heres-how/…
What we learned from the deep learning revolution
Terry Sejnowski, a renowned computational neuroscientist, discusses the progress and future of deep learning in artificial intelligence, highlighting its impact on various fields and the need for continued innovation in the field.
https://bdtechtalks.com/2023/04/10/deep-learning-revolution-terry-sejnowski/…
Google Bard Overview for Educators
Recently Google took a major step forward by opening up access to Bard, their generative AI chatbot. This tool is similar to other products such as ChatGPT from OpenAI. In fact, ChatGPT is built on top of the Transformer technology …
Unlock the Power of Voice Typing in Google Docs: A Step-by-Step Guide
Voice typing, a powerful speech-to-text feature available in Google Docs, allows you to create and edit documents using your voice. This innovative tool can be a game-changer for those looking to streamline their workflow, save time, and minimize physical strain …