Setup & Hardware

Running your own private AI is a great way to ensure your data stays on your machine. Here is what you need to get started.

Our Recommendation: Get a Mac!

Many people who want to run AI locally buy a Mac Mini or a MacBook. Those with more demanding needs like programming or web design tend to go for a Mac Studio.

Here are the advantages Apple provides:

                    ✓ Efficiency: Macs use a fraction of the power of gaming PCs.
✓ Unified Memory: Apple's special memory architecture lets you run powerful AI models locally.
✓ Quiet & Cool: Even under heavy use, your Mac stays cool and quiet. No loud fans, no interruptions.

                

Which Software Do I Need?

There are plenty of options, but Ollama stands out as one of the easiest and most trusted ways to run AI locally.

                    ✓ Ollama is easy to install: Ollama is available for Mac, Windows, and Linux.
✓ Pick your AI: To install a language model, simply pick one from a drop-down list.
✓ You're in control: Stopping the server when you are done is easy.

                

Ready to try the experience first?

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