What is ChatGPT?
Everyone is currently talking about the revolutionary new chatbot from OpenAI called ChatGPT. The latest version, GPT-4, is now on the market. In the version released in mid-March 2023, it can process texts up to four times longer. ChatGPT processes over 200 billion parameters. The newest version can use images or audio as input sources. For example, artificial intelligence can recognize a cup in a photo. GPT-4 is a “Multimodal Large Language Model.”
GPT stands for “Generative Pre-trained Transformer.” ChatGPT uses artificial intelligence to understand human language and generate a response similar to human language. ChatGPT is a prototype of a dialogue-based chatbot developed by OpenAI. It was released as a beta version in November 2022.
Built on the GPT3 language model from OpenAI, ChatGPT’s deep learning technology is constructed. The GPT3 technology is based on the experiences and learning processes of algorithms from various networks with very large amounts of data. ChatGPT was trained with a vast amount of text from the World Wide Web and provides responses on most topics based on this foundation.
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What can you use ChatGPT for?
ChatGPT can be used for almost anything imaginable. You can quickly create a presentation on a topic. ChatGPT can tell jokes or write poems.
It is possible to analyze the code of almost any programming language with ChatGPT. It can find errors and bugs in programs. ChatGPT could also assist in writing computer code.
ChatGPT helps solve complex math problems.
Can you use everything from ChatGPT directly?
Not everything ChatGPT writes can be used directly. Although this AI efficiently generates texts based on your prompts, it remains a computer program and cannot fully replicate human understanding, context, or moral judgment. It may make mistakes, misinterpret information, or rely on outdated data, especially regarding current events. Therefore, it is important to carefully review the content generated by ChatGPT and exercise your own judgment before using it.
ChatGPT Plugins
ChatGPT plugins and the Plugin Store are innovations integrated into OpenAI’s AI system. With these plugins, you can customize and expand ChatGPT as you wish. You can add additional tools to help with specific tasks or find information. The Plugin Store is like a huge playground for tech enthusiasts – developers can upload their own plugins and share them with others. The beauty of it is that there is always something new to discover. Whether you want to use ChatGPT for research, learning, or just chatting, there is likely a plugin that can do exactly what you need.
How is ChatGPT structured?
First, you need to create an account with ChatGPT, and then you can start using it directly.
As the name suggests, ChatGPT starts in a chat, where you can ask the artificial intelligence questions and give it tasks. You can have multiple chats with ChatGPT open simultaneously, for example, on different topics, and your old chats are saved. This allows you to access old chats at a later time.
It is helpful to give ChatGPT specific instructions. For example, you can tell the AI, “Write a blog post from the perspective of a marketing expert,” or “Compose a review from the perspective of a book critic.” This way, ChatGPT can suggest specific answers that also match the desired tone.
If a result is not suitable, you can ask ChatGPT to revise something or even write an entirely new result.
What is ChatGPT Plus?
ChatGPT Plus is a premium service from OpenAI that is accessible for a monthly fee. The exact price may vary, but as of June 2023, the monthly fee is $20. This service offers users several benefits, including generally faster response times and priority access to new features and improvements. A significant advantage of ChatGPT Plus is that users always have access, while non-Plus subscribers may sometimes have to wait if the server load is high.
Beware of fraudulent ChatGPT apps: Expensive traps and low utility
There are some shady apps out there that pretend to be ChatGPT and want to take a lot of money from you. They disguise themselves as legitimate chatbots based on ChatGPT, but in reality, they are just out to scam you. These apps, known as “fleeceware,” use sophisticated tricks to get you to subscribe. They often offer a free trial period, but with so many ads and limitations that the app is barely usable until you subscribe. And even then, you may still get a poorly programmed app that works less than ideally. So, if you are looking for an AI chatbot, be vigilant, and don’t be fooled. And remember, if you have already downloaded such an app, simply deleting it is not enough. You must cancel the subscription in your app store to avoid further costs.
Is ChatGPT overloaded?
ChatGPT can sometimes be unavailable due to high platform server load. This happens when too many people are using the site simultaneously, causing ChatGPT to run out of resources to serve new visitors. This error usually does not last long. Typically, you just need to wait a few minutes to use the website again.
This error often occurs when too many people use the site simultaneously. Therefore, it is advisable to visit the site outside of peak hours to increase the chances of access. You can try using the site outside of normal working hours (9 am to 5 pm), for example, at 8 am in the morning or 8 pm in the evening, when server loads are likely lower.
ChatGPT: A versatile helper for creative writing, translation, customer service, and programming
ChatGPT offers a variety of applications that are useful for individuals, businesses, and various industries. As a language model, ChatGPT can be used for a wide range of text-based use cases. Some of the most common use cases for ChatGPT include:
Content creation: ChatGPT can be used to generate high-quality content for websites, blogs, or social media platforms in seconds. This includes creating content such as product descriptions, blog posts, social media posts, business idea drafts, and long-form content like entire articles. It can also be used for creative writing, helping users generate unique ideas, develop storylines, and even write entire stories.
Translation services: ChatGPT can be used for translation services, automatically translating text from one language to another.
Chatbot creation: ChatGPT can be used to create intelligent chatbots that can communicate with users in natural language. These chatbots can be used for customer service, sales, or support to generate human-like responses, as well as for personal virtual assistants.
Programming: ChatGPT can write code for simple or repetitive tasks, such as file I/O operations, data manipulations, and database queries. Additionally, it can assist in troubleshooting by suggesting possible causes of errors and presenting solutions to address these errors.
Bing Chat vs. ChatGPT – Microsoft’s Free, Integrative Approach
Bing Chat is Microsoft’s response to OpenAI’s ChatGPT, utilizing the same technology. It is integrated into Microsoft’s Edge web browser and Bing search engine and can be used for free. After downloading the new version of Microsoft Edge, you can access Bing Chat either through bing.com or the “Discover” icon in the upper right corner of the sidebar, known as “Edge Copilot.” There is also a smartphone version.
Bing Chat has a few unique features:
- Edge Copilot: This feature provides more suggestions and improvements for the Bing Chat experience.
- Compose: With this tab, you can create texts in various tones and formats.
- Insights: This tab pulls context information from the website you are currently on.
- Bing Image Creator: A new text-to-image feature that allows the creation of AI-generated images from text within the chat window.
Bing Chat is free and supported by advertising, with a daily limit of 150 chats and 15 chats per session.
ChatGPT and Data Privacy
The security of data collected by ChatGPT poses a challenge for privacy experts. ChatGPT collects and processes both user inputs and information available on the internet to provide better response options. However, there is no guarantee of the security of this data. The technology is considered opaque by data protection authorities since the way inputted data is processed and utilized is not clear. Therefore, users should avoid disclosing personal information. Currently, ChatGPT is being reviewed by German data protection authorities, and it is not conclusively determined whether the use of the technology complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
About OpenAI
OpenAI, founded in 2015 by notable figures such as Elon Musk and Sam Altman, aims to develop artificial general intelligence (AGI) for the benefit of all. The organization promotes the development of AGI and is committed to sharing research findings to ensure the safe and beneficial use of AGI for humanity. Despite transitioning to a partially for-profit model, the commitment remains to broadly distribute the benefits of AI.
The research projects of OpenAI, especially the GPT models and ChatGPT, have made waves in the AI industry. These models can generate human-like texts and are used in various applications. OpenAI addresses challenges related to security and ethical concerns through continuous research and the development of rigorous safety standards. The organization remains committed to the principles of fairness and ethics in AI development, despite the challenges associated with advanced and powerful technologies.