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AI isn't everyone's favorite topic these days, and I totally get it. I avoid the most heated issues by using AI only for research (and checking for accuracy as I go). I also use locally installed AI to avoid straining the electric grid and to retain my privacy.

In the grand scheme of things, AI isn't going away and does have valid uses, such as in the medical and scientific fields. Because of that capability, I cover AI because it's something people want to talk about, and I'm on a mission to ensure everyone knows that locally installed AI is the way to go. To that end, I test many apps that can be installed on machines in my local network.

Also: Want local vibe coding? This AI stack might replace Claude Code and Codex - for free