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    1 min read 5 stepsMarch 23, 2026Verified March 2026

    Run AI Models on Your Own Computer

    Use Ollama and open-source models to run AI locally — private, free, and no internet needed.

    In this guide (5 steps):

    1. 1.Why run AI locally?
    2. 2.Install Ollama
    3. 3.Download a model
    4. 4.Use with a friendly interface
    5. 5.Hardware considerations
    1

    Why run AI locally?

    ~15s
    Local AI means complete privacy (data never leaves your computer), no subscription fees, and offline access. Great for sensitive documents.
    2

    Install Ollama

    ~15s
    Download Ollama from ollama.com. It works on Mac, Windows, and Linux. Installation takes minutes and requires no technical knowledge.
    3

    Download a model

    ~15s
    Run "ollama pull llama3" in your terminal to download Meta's Llama 3 model. It's free and runs on most modern computers.
    4

    Use with a friendly interface

    ~15s
    Install Open WebUI or LM Studio for a ChatGPT-like interface that connects to your local models. Much easier than using the command line.
    5

    Hardware considerations

    ~15s
    You'll need at least 8GB RAM for small models, 16GB+ for better ones. A GPU helps but isn't required for basic use.

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