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The New Stack·Sep 1·5 min read
Your Mac is now part of Perplexity’s AI infrastructure
TL;DR
Perplexity has integrated Mac computers into its AI infrastructure, allowing its AI agents to utilize the existing computing power of these devices. This move aims to enhance the efficiency and capabilities of their AI systems.
✦ Why It Matters
Consider enabling your Mac to contribute to AI tasks, enhancing both performance and your device's utility.
Key Takeaways
- Utilize Hybrid Compute to enhance AI task processing on Macs.
- Review and manage sensitive data with the Privacy Gate feature.
- Choose from multiple models for local processing tasks.
- Consider hardware requirements for optimal performance with local AI.
How It Works
Hybrid Compute allows tasks to start in the cloud and shift to local models on Macs when sensitive data is involved. A Privacy Gate scans for sensitive information, enabling users to control what remains local.
This ensures that private data is not sent to the cloud while maintaining task continuity.