Generative AI is being pushed hard by major technology companies everywhere, and appearing on your devices uninvited. On Wednesday, November 4 from 2-4 PM, the library will host a workshop on “Avoiding AI,” covering the basics of how this technology works, why it is unreliable as a source of information, privacy concerns associated with AI, and how to disable it on your devices as much as possible. If you are curious about how large language models and artificial intelligence work, or mad that everything from ChatGPT to Microsoft’s Copilot to Google’s AI summaries and more seems to show up without you asking for it or being able to get rid of it, join us to learn more and take control of your devices and your privacy.
The library offers regular technology workshops on different subjects. All workshops are free of charge, but space is limited, so registration is required to attend. Participants are encouraged to bring their own device if they have one they want to learn on, or use one of the library’s computers if not.
