A recent hands‑on experiment that tried to replace Microsoft Copilot’s web‑page summarization with a fully local stack — Ollama running local models and the Page Assist browser sidebar — ended with a clear, practical verdict: Copilot still delivers the faster, more polished experience for...
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I pulled a boxed Windows 11 tiny PC out of its packaging, installed Ubuntu Budgie, and in less than an afternoon turned a handsome, pocket-sized Geekom IT15 into a fast, dependable Linux workstation — a change that proved more than cosmetic: it materially improved daily responsiveness, fixed...
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ZDNET’s hands‑on with the GEEKOM IT15 Mini PC shows a clear, practical win for power users willing to swap Windows 11 for Linux: the tiny system punches well above its weight for everyday workflows, but its AI and graphics claims need careful interpretation before you buy.
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Microsoft has quietly pushed a targeted update for Phi Silica — version 1.2507.797.0 — aimed at Qualcomm-powered Copilot+ PCs, delivering on-device model improvements while replacing the previous July release; the package installs automatically via Windows Update for eligible devices and...
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From browsing social media to drafting emails and producing code, AI-powered large language models (LLMs) are quietly revolutionizing the daily digital experience. For most users, cloud-based services like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot mediate these breakthroughs. But as the appetite for...
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