Tech Basics
Simple explanations of complex tech topics for beginners and curious minds.
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What is Machine Learning? A Simple Explanation for Beginners
Key Points: Machine Learning (ML) is a part of Artificial Intelligence (AI) that allows computers to learn from data and improve without being explicitly programmed. It seems likely that ML powers many everyday technologies, like Netflix recommendations and spam filters, by finding patterns in data. Research suggests there are three…
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What’s This MCP Thing Everyone Might Start Talking About?
Hey there, fellow code wranglers and AI enthusiasts! Have you ever found yourself in a coding pickle, trying to get your shiny new AI model—like ChatGPT or Claude—to actually use your specific data? You know, those moments when you’re like, “Hey, AI buddy, can you just look at this file…
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Why Your AI Buddy Gets Dumb Sometimes: Context Windows Explained
Why LLMs Get Dumb? Ever felt like your trusty AI chatbot, maybe ChatGPT, suddenly developed the memory of a goldfish mid-conversation? You’re deep in plotting world domination (or just asking for a killer lasagna recipe), the chat history is longer than a CVS receipt, and suddenly… poof. It forgets your name,…
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What is the Cloud? Explained Like You’re 12
Summary: The “cloud” isn’t actually in the sky; it’s a term for accessing computer resources like storage, software, and processing power over the internet, instead of keeping everything on your own device. Think of it like using computers and hard drives that belong to someone else (usually big companies) located in…
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How Do Computers Work? Computer Science Explained (The Fun Way)
Introduction: Your Quick Guide to Computer Science Ever wondered how computers actually work? At their core, they process information using billions of tiny switches (transistors) representing data as 0s and 1s, following programmed instructions to perform tasks. This guide breaks down the essentials of computer science – from hardware basics…
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