Generative AI is being pushed hard by major technology companies everywhere, and invading your devices. On Wednesday, November 5 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 large language models and artificial intelligence, or mad that everything from ChatGPT to Microsoft's Co-Pilot 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.

Registration is available to attend in-person or online via Zoom. Register using the form below, or for more information or help registering, contact Hannah at 922-6055 or hannah.cyrus@bangorpubliclibrary.org.