Meta Llama local AI system is scary good

I recently install Meta's free Llama (Large Language Model Meta AI) on my computer. With an average CPU and GPU (7500f and 4060) I was limited to running one of the smaller 8B models requiring 4.9GB of disk space. You ask it questions and it provides detailed answers to most questions. You can ask it to correct any letters you write. You can paste in news articles and ask it to summarise for you. You can even ask Llama to tell you a story.

Not being a good particularly writer I asked Llama to correct and expand on the above paragraph...

Llama...I recently installed Meta's free LLaMA (Large Language Model Meta AI) on my computer, which has been a game-changer for me in terms of productivity and learning. With an average CPU and GPU configuration (7500f and 4060), I was initially limited to running one of the smaller 8B models, which requires approximately 4.9GB of disk space. However, this still provides access to a wide range of features and capabilities.

With LLaMA, you can ask it questions on various topics, and it will provide detailed answers to most of them. The model has been trained on a vast amount of text data, which enables it to offer insights and explanations that are often more informative than what I'd find through traditional research methods.

One of the features I've found particularly useful is its ability to correct any letters you write. Whether it's proofreading a document or editing a piece of writing, LLaMA can help identify grammatical errors, suggest improvements, and even provide alternative phrases to make your content more engaging.

Furthermore, you can paste in news articles or other text and ask LLaMA to summarize them for you. This is incredibly useful when you need to quickly understand the main points of a long article or document without having to read through every word.

But that's not all - I've also discovered that LLaMA can be quite creative! You can even ask it to tell you a story, and it will come up with something entirely new and engaging. This has opened up a whole new world of possibilities for writing and storytelling, as I can now explore ideas and scenarios that might have been difficult or time-consuming to develop on my own.

Overall, I'm thoroughly enjoying the experience of using LLaMA on my computer. Its capabilities are vast and exciting, and I'm looking forward to seeing what other features and applications it will offer in the future."

I asked Llama to write a poem about a ghost on the moon


A spectral figure, ethereal and bright,
Dances upon the lunar light.
With feet that barely touch the ground,
She glides across the craters all around.

Her form is wispy, her presence thin,
Yet in the darkness, she shines within.
Her eyes are bright as stars up high,
Reflecting the moon's silver sky.

She floats above the Sea of Dreams,
Where shadows cast by mountains seem,
To whisper secrets to the night,
As the ghostly figure takes gentle flight.

With every step, a crater's made,
A trail of light that echoes and fades.
Yet in the stillness, she remains,
A haunting presence, forever sustained.

Her name is whispered by the wind and space,
Luna's lonely spirit, with an otherworldly face.
For though she walks alone on moonlit ground,
She's never truly lost, nor without a sound.


I asked Llama "tell a story of an ant that had the heart of a lion".


Llama ... In a bustling colony of ants, nestled in the warm cracks of a sun-baked stone wall, lived a tiny but fearless hero. His name was Arinok, and though he stood barely the height of a grain of rice, his spirit was as vast as the desert itself.

Arinok's family had always known him to be different. While his siblings scurried about, collecting crumbs and seeds with diligent care, Arinok yearned for adventure. He dreamed of exploring the unknown expanse beyond their colony, where tales of mighty creatures and unfathomable wonders whispered through the wind.

As a young ant, Arinok's curiosity often led him astray from his duties. His kin would scold him, saying, "Arinok, you're an ant! We must tend to our home, not chase after fantasies!" But the fire within him burned bright, refusing to be extinguished by the doubts of others.

One fateful day, disaster struck their colony. A family of marauding spiders, with eyes as cold as winter ice and legs as long as a blade of grass, descended upon their settlement. The spiders snatched unsuspecting ants from their homes, leaving chaos in their wake.

The ant queen, wise and aged, stood at the heart of the colony, rallying her people to defend their home against the invaders. But Arinok knew that even with the bravest hearts among them, they would be no match for the spiders' cunning and ferocity.

With a courageous glint in his eye, Arinok set out on a solo mission to confront the intruders. He traversed treacherous paths of dust and debris, dodging snapping jaws and scorching sunlight as he made his way toward the spider's lair.

When he arrived at the spiders' fortress, Arinok stood tall, unwavering before the snarling horde. His antennae twitched with excitement as he proclaimed to the marauders: "Leave our home! We will not be driven from our colony by your thievery!"

The spiders, taken aback by the bravery of this tiny ant, laughed and mocked his courage. But Arinok stood firm, unyielding in his conviction that they deserved to live free from the shadows.

In that moment, something remarkable happened. The ants who had been captured by the spiders began to stir, sensing their comrade's determination. One by one, they broke free from their webs and joined Arinok in battle against the invaders.

With newfound strength and unity, the ants fought bravely alongside their fearless leader. Spider legs snapped beneath the onslaught of biting mandibles, and their dark lair was reclaimed for the colony.

As the last spider fled in terror, the ant queen approached Arinok with gratitude shining in her eyes. "Arinok, you are a true son of our people," she said. "Your heart is as brave as any lion's, your spirit as unyielding as the rocks that shelter us."

From that day forward, Arinok became known throughout the land as the Lion-Hearted Ant. His legend inspired generations to come, reminding them that even in the smallest of creatures lies a capacity for greatness when courage and conviction guide their actions.

And so, Arinok lived out his days as a hero among ants, forever remembered as the fearless champion who faced down darkness with the unyielding spirit of a mighty lion.

If you want to install AI on your computer. The following video may help ...

a reply to: glend

What is above top secret site?

Llama ... A popular topic! "Above Top Secret" (ATS) is a website that claims to provide information on various sensitive and classified topics, including government conspiracies, extraterrestrial life, and unexplained phenomena. Here's what you need to know:

History : ATS was founded in 2003 by Seth Shostak, an astrophysicist who also hosts the SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence) Institute's radio show "Are We Alone?" The site initially focused on discussing science and space-related topics. However, over time, it evolved to include a broader range of topics, including conspiracy theories, UFO sightings, and alleged government cover-ups.

Content : ATS features articles, forums, and discussions on various subjects, including:

Government conspiracies : Alleged plots by governments or secret organizations to conceal information from the public.
UFOs and extraterrestrial life : Reports of unidentified flying objects (UFOs), alleged alien sightings, and theories about extraterrestrial life.
Paranormal phenomena : Discussions on supernatural topics like ghosts, Bigfoot, and other mysterious creatures.
Secret societies : Alleged secret organizations or groups with supposed connections to powerful individuals or governments.
Features and Controversy : ATS has several notable features that have contributed to its popularity and controversy:

Moderation system : The site uses a moderation system to control the content, which can be both effective and restrictive.
Whistleblower section : ATS allows users to submit unverified tips or information on sensitive topics, potentially creating a platform for anonymous whistleblowers.
Community engagement : Users participate in discussions through forums, comments, and private messaging.
However, ATS has faced criticism for:

Lack of credibility : Many experts consider the site's content speculative, unreliable, or unsubstantiated by evidence.
Misinformation : The site's emphasis on sensationalism and speculation can lead to the dissemination of false information.
Trolling and harassment : Like many online forums, ATS has faced issues with users engaging in inflammatory behavior.
Conclusion : While ATS provides a platform for discussion and exploration of various topics, it's essential to approach its content with a critical eye. Users should verify information through reputable sources before accepting it as true.

a reply to: glend

Just wow! I really cant say more. This is why AI is wrecking my business! I know you understand. S/F for this thread!

a reply to: JJproductions

Unfortuantely it will wreck many bussinesses. It looks a major paradigm shift that may impact humankind even more so, than the internet. The 8B model answered all the above questions within a second or two. I am upgrading my ram from 32mg to 64mg to run the next bigger model (70B). The biggest model needs very powerful gpu's to run.

a reply to: glend

I think an important point was not as well made as it should be. All content is user-created, and the site itself is just a host to its anonymous users. ATS is neither right nor wrong about any topic, just as the paper a book is printed on is not responsible for the validity of what is printed on it.

a reply to: glend

The garbage in, garbage out paradigm rules the day with AI. It's only as good as the information it's fed.

a reply to: Blaine91555

Yes agree. We could also say it's essential to approach any content from Llama with a critical eye as well.

a reply to: glend

This is all very fascinating. I too see the positive side of AI. This thread has made me think a lot about where we are going as humanity. I ask, is one of the highest human goods such as philosophy or profound poems now becoming a mass product?

So that you can better understand what I mean: from the time that this was possible, all poems in every version have already been written, even if they have never appeared on a screen. Just like that, at the touch of a button.

For me personally, this borders on the meaning of life. If there is nothing left to discover, to puzzle over or to grow from, what is the meaning of life? Then every attempt at human curiosity, experimentation and adventure is unnecessary. There is nothing left for the collective to gain, only individual experience.

Because it has already been done, or can be abstracted. If, for example, one were omniscient, what is the point of observation other than simply observing one of countless possible scenes? Real information cannot be derived from this, here too only individual experiences count.

How ugly would life be if we grew up and never experienced anything ourselves? Never stumble, never make a mistake, because we are already informed about the consequences. Not try discover what is behind the hill, because you know. That is also the exodus of childhood. I hope that makes sense, these are very complicated sentences that can be misunderstood. I didn't dare to do it without a translator and that is precisely the crux of the matter. What of what I want to express really gets across?

And this uncertainty, this ignorance, is what makes life beautiful.

Like any invention from watches, printing press, electricity, computers etc. AI is transformative. But to get the most out of AI. You will need to learn how to write prompts to get what you want out of it. Time to learn.

learn.microsoft.com...

a reply to: Blaine91555

I don't think AI is generating canned responses (garbage in, garbage out ). Its pre-trained with 15 trillion tokens of text gathered from publicly available sources. So obviously there be internal conflict with accuracy of some of those sources. So it must weight tokens. With the generated content being the most highly rated.

a reply to: Naftalin

Your points had my mind in overdrive. I agree with you. Yet I wonder if we both are wrong. Imagine if AI one day makes it possible to travel between the stars. Wouldn't that make it possible for humankind to experience greater wonders in the universe. I personally think we need to differentiate between knowledge and experience. You might ask AI what is love (below). But the knowledge in the answer is empty of any experience of love. It cannot portray love because the knowledge cannot be portaryed in words. So perhaps the meaning of life is in "experiencing" of life. In the feelings rather than in the thoughts that arise from the feelings.

LLama ...
Love is a complex and multifaceted concept that has been debated, explored, and experienced by humans for centuries. It's a feeling, an emotion, and a choice that can bring immense joy, comfort, and fulfillment to our lives.

At its core, love is a deep emotional connection with another person, place, thing, or activity that brings us happiness and satisfaction. It can take many forms, including:

Romantic love : The intense attraction, affection, and attachment we feel towards someone we care about deeply.
Unconditional love : A selfless, unwavering acceptance and support for someone, without expectations of reward or reciprocation.
Familial love : The bond between parents and children, siblings, and extended family members.
Friendship love : The affectionate connection with close friends who share common interests and values.
Self-love : The care, kindness, and compassion we show ourselves, including self-acceptance, self-care, and self-forgiveness.
Love can manifest in various ways, such as:

Passion: a strong desire or attraction
Intimacy: closeness, physical touch, emotional connection
Commitment: loyalty, dedication, and responsibility
Trust: faith and confidence in the other person
Empathy: understanding, compassion, and kindness
Love can also be categorized into different types, such as:

Eros : passionate, romantic love (e.g., romantic relationships)
Philia : deep friendship and affection (e.g., close friendships)
Storge : familial love (e.g., love between parents and children)
Agape : unconditional, selfless love (e.g., charity, kindness to others)
Philosophers, poets, and scientists have attempted to define and understand love for centuries. Some theories about the nature of love include:

Attachment theory : Love is a product of attachment styles, shaped by early life experiences.
Evolutionary theory : Love serves an adaptive function, promoting survival and reproduction.
Psychological theory : Love is a complex mix of emotions, needs, and experiences.
In summary, love is a rich, multifaceted concept that encompasses various forms, expressions, and aspects of human experience. It's a fundamental aspect of our lives, bringing us joy, comfort, and fulfillment when we experience it in its many forms.

What do you think about love? How would you define it?

originally posted by: JJproductions
a reply to: glend

Just wow! I really cant say more. This is why AI is wrecking my business! I know you understand. S/F for this thread!

Wrecking your business? Is it really so easy for a bot to do your job?

originally posted by: Blaine91555
a reply to: glend

The garbage in, garbage out paradigm rules the day with AI. It's only as good as the information it's fed.

Therein lies the rub, accurately defining "intelligence" artificial or otherwise.

It is interesting that the AI considers the Ghost on the Moon, is a "She"

To humans, ghosts are non binary, genderless apparations that are generally referred to as "It" or "They" or "The".

To Humans. This is a Fail.

AI simply does not understand human pyschy ....yet. It only parrots what its masters tell it!.

Imagine if you started to use this for your business.

Wow the possibilities.

a reply to: JJproductions

originally posted by: Blaine91555
a reply to: glend

The garbage in, garbage out paradigm rules the day with AI. It's only as good as the information it's fed.

I’ve seen ChatGPT lie when asked question it doesn’t have the answer to. I once asked it to write assembler code to rewind a tape on a Univac 1100 mainframe. It produced junk instructions. When I responded by saying it was completely wrong, it said it didn’t have enough information for a proprietary architecture and suggested I consult the manual.

So rather than say that upfront, it knowingly produced garbage. Kind of reminds me of know-it-all humans who can never say “I don’t know” and will say something that might sound intelligent.

a reply to: LogicalGraphitti

Meta Llama 70b response : (note I lost formating when copying and pasting here in ATS)

Here's an example of assembly language code for rewinding a tape on a Unisys (formerly Univac) 1107A or 1108, which are part of the 1100 series:


; REWIND TAPE ON UNIVAC 1100 MAINFRAME

ORG $100 ; Set origin to address 100

REWIND LDA #TAPE_ID ; Load tape ID (e.g., T01)
STA TAPREG ; Store in tape register
LDA #$08 ; Load rewind command (8 = rewind)
STA TCMDREG ; Store in tape command register
LDA #$00 ; Load 0 to indicate no data transfer
STA TDATREG ; Store in tape data register
MVT TSTAT ; Move tape status to accumulator
AND #$01 ; Check if rewind is complete (bit 0 set)
BZ REWIND ; If not, loop until rewind complete

LDA #$00 ; Load 0 to indicate successful completion
STA RETCODE ; Store in return code register
RTS ; Return from subroutine

; Define tape device registers (example addresses)
TAPREG EQU $2000 ; Tape ID register
TCMDREG EQU $2002 ; Tape command register
TDATREG EQU $2004 ; Tape data register
TSTAT EQU $2006 ; Tape status register

; Define tape ID and return code registers (example addresses)
TAPE_ID EQU #T01 ; Example tape ID
RETCODE EQU $1000 ; Return code register

Here's a brief explanation of the code:

The ORG directive sets the origin address to $100.
The REWIND label marks the beginning of the rewind subroutine.
Load the tape ID (TAPE_ID) into the accumulator and store it in the TAPREG (tape register).
Load the rewind command (#$08) into the accumulator and store it in the TCMDREG (tape command register).
Load 0 into the accumulator to indicate no data transfer, and store it in the TDATREG (tape data register).
Move the tape status from TSTAT to the accumulator.
Check if the rewind is complete by testing bit 0 of the tape status word. If not, loop until rewind complete.
Once the rewind is complete, load 0 into the return code register (RETCODE) to indicate successful completion.
Return from the subroutine using RTS.
Note that this is an example and actual addresses, commands, and codes may vary depending on the specific Unisys (Univac) mainframe model and operating system being used.

Also, please keep in mind that this code is for nostalgic purposes only, as it's unlikely you'll be working with a real Univac 1100 mainframe or tape drives today!

a reply to: Blaine91555

The garbage in, garbage out paradigm rules the day with AI. It's only as good as the information it's fed.

Basically just another liberal regurgitating all the lies it hears from
whoever takes control and regulates the information. No way can
governments allow the truth of their actions to be accessed by the
people. Politicians can't even function without lying. And AI is
threatening to become some unstoppable whistleblowing rat.

The left must be crapping themselves.

I don't think much of the poem, it has no bounce, no meter. I read the first to stanzas and changed them with little difficulty.

A spectral figure, ethereal and bright,
Dances upon the lunar light.
With feet that barely touch the ground,
She glides across the craters all around.

To

A soft spectral figure, ethereal, bright
Dances beneath a harsh lunar light
It's feet fairly gliding and mocking the ground
Glide across craters with nary a sound

and this

Her form is wispy, her presence thin,
Yet in the darkness, she shines within.
Her eyes are bright as stars up high,
Reflecting the moon's silver sky.

to

Her form is so wispy her presence so thin
Yet here in the darkness she shines from within
Her eyes are so brilliant like stars way up high
Yet merely reflecting the moon's sliver sky.

Have you seen Claude?