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How to run AI privately on your own computer

How to run AI privately on your own computer
How to run AI privately on your own computer

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The Rundown: Learn how to run powerful AI models directly on your own computer for complete privacy, zero cost, and offline use without sending data to external servers.

🧰 Who is this useful for:

  • Privacy-conscious users who don't want their data sent to third parties
  • People wanting to use AI while offline or in low-connectivity environments
  • Budget-conscious users looking to avoid subscription fees
  • Developers and enthusiasts who want more control over their AI tools


STEP 1: Choose Your Local AI Platform

There are two main options for running AI locally on your computer:

  1. Ollama: Command-line focused, developer-friendly, highly customizable

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