Logitech’s Mouse Software Now Includes ChatGPT Support, Adds Janky ‘ai_overlay_tmp’ Directory to Users’ Home Folders
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I recently noticed a new folder in the root level of my Home directory, named ai_overlay_tmp: In preparation for a Mac Power Users episode, I've been playing with a bunch of AI software, and I assumed something I downloaded generated this folder. I deleted it, just to be frustrated when the folder reappeared on its [...]

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[512Pixels] Logitech’s Mouse Software Now Includes ChatGPT Support, Adds Janky ‘ai_overlay_tmp’ Directory to Users’ Home Folders

  • BaroqueInMind@lemmy.one
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    7 months ago

    Sounds like you have a simple decision to make, sacrifice privacy for convenience, or remove the software and use the mouse like a normal fucking mouse.

    • AusatKeyboardPremi@lemmy.worldOP
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      7 months ago

      It would be unfortunate if the only other option is sacrificing privacy.

      Thankfully, some helpful comments have pointed out to software that are available to trial and seem to strike a balance between usability and privacy.