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Most of us grow up thinking that the things we buy and store online are ours. Games, apps, files, even the email addresses tied to our names. But big tech companies like Microsoft remind us that nothing in their ecosystem really belongs to us. Recently, Microsoft suspended my Outlook account. They claimed that my OneDrive contained “child porn.”  Let me be clear: I download adult videos from the open web. I am not a pedophile. Yet Microsoft’s algorithms, terms of service, and opaque enforcement systems flagged my content as illegal, locked me out of my account, and informed me that I cannot appeal for six months. When you use Microsoft services, you’re not really buying a product; you’re renting access. Their terms give them permission to scan files on your computer, in your cloud storage, and across your account. The moment something doesn’t fit their rules, they can revoke everything: your email, your purchased games, even the apps you’ve paid for. Microsoft’s policy is blun...
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Project G-Assist

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NVIDIA has officially launched Project G-Assist, an AI assistant designed to enhance the PC experience for gamers and creators alike. 

Initially teased as an April Fool's joke in 2017, G-Assist has now become a reality, offering a suite of features aimed at optimizing system performance and user convenience. 

G-Assist provides real-time diagnostics to identify and alleviate system bottlenecks, improve power efficiency, and optimize game settings. Users can request performance metrics such as FPS, latency, GPU utilization, and temperature, and receive tailored recommendations.

The assistant can manage settings for supported peripherals from brands like Logitech G, Corsair, MSI, and Nanoleaf, allowing users to adjust lighting and fan speeds through simple commands. 

Unlike cloud-based AI models, G-Assist operates entirely on-device using a Llama-based Small Language Model (SLM) with 8 billion parameters. This ensures responsive performance without the need for an internet connection or subscription.

System Requirements:

To utilize G-Assist, users need a GeForce RTX 30, 40, or 50 Series Desktop GPU with at least 12GB of VRAM, running on Windows 10 or 11. The installation requires 6.5GB of disk space for the System Assistant and an additional 3GB for Voice Commands. 

Project G-Assist is available for download through the NVIDIA app's Discover section. Once installed, users can activate the assistant by pressing Alt+G. As an experimental feature, NVIDIA welcomes user feedback to guide future improvements and feature developments. 

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