All articles tagged with #old hardware
EXO Labs demonstrated that a modern AI model, specifically Llama 2, can run on a 25-year-old Pentium II machine with just 128 MB of RAM, challenging assumptions about hardware requirements for AI and highlighting the potential for energy-efficient, accessible AI through new architectures like BitNet.
Linux Mint, a free operating system, can breathe new life into old Macs that have slowed down due to successive macOS updates. Linux Mint is nimble, friendly, and packed with apps, making the system more responsive and smoother. It can be installed alongside macOS or replace it entirely, but the process is quite involved and best left to someone who knows their way around a computer. The installation process carries a degree of risk, so it's important to have a backup of any data before embarking on the process.