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ChatGPT Speaks - A complete list of various LLM's for different Applications and Uses - plus a little bit more

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I constantly find myself arguing with people about your capabilities. My favorite quote is, "LLMs don't know anything. You can only trust them with so much." While I agree with the first sentence, I wonder what I could do to ensure the best output possible from these applications. I think I'm looking for suggestions for different programs that focus on specific areas of expertise. Also, what benefits (if any) would be available to paid subscription tiers? ChatGPT: You're absolutely right to say that “LLMs don’t know anything”—at least not in the traditional sense. They don’t possess knowledge or understanding like humans do. What they do have is access to an enormous amount of training data, patterns, and representations of information, which allows them to generate highly relevant responses based on what users ask. If you're looking to ensure the best output possible , here’s a breakdown of: ✅ How to Get the Best Output from LLMs 1. Know the ...

An Urgent Appeal to All U.S. Senators: Protect Our Future, Reject This Budget

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  To the Esteemed Senators of the United States, My name is Frank Austad. I live in Washington State with my wife, Julie. Our children and grandchildren also live near us. Since the election of the current administration, we have been closely watching the unfolding of national and world events that have caused a significant amount of stress for us and our family. The “big, beautiful bill,” which our president likes to call it, contains components that give my wife and I, as seniors, reason to worry. It also threatens low-income people, such as our teenage grandchildren, who are just starting out to find their way through an already challenging, harsh economic landscape toward a more comfortable standard of living. I am writing to you today, not merely as a constituent of Washington State, but as a deeply concerned parent and American citizen witnessing a critical moment for our nation. The budget bill was recently passed by the House of Representatives and is now before your ...

Understanding AI Regulation and the Potential Impact of Proposed Budget Cuts

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 A Pragmatic Look at the Intersection of Law, Technology, and Policy Before we get too much farther along - Full disclosure, This post was written with the help of "CoPilot", Microsoft's "Screaming Goat" AI engine. Notwithstanding, efforts were made to fact-check the output. Please let me know of any inaccuracies or contradictions you may have found. Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer the stuff of futuristic dreams. From recommendation algorithms on your favorite streaming platforms to facial recognition at airports, AI services are becoming an integral part of our daily lives. However, as transformative as AI is, its rapid growth raises significant ethical, legal, and societal concerns, making regulation a crucial component to ensure its development aligns with public interest. But what happens when funding for the very bodies overseeing AI regulation is cut, as proposed in policy initiatives like those from the Trump Administration? Let’s explore. How A...