MUO on MSN

Local LLM setup: how to use RAG and an embedding model to stop wasting context

Local LLMs degrade fast when context fills up. An embedding model and RAG pipeline fixes that — and runs entirely on your ...
How-To Geek on MSN

I tried 3 open-source alternatives to LM Studio—here's the one I'm sticking with

So many ways to go local.
Visual Studio Magazine

VS Code 1.121 Adds Remote Agents, Boosts Claude Code Functionality Again

Visual Studio Code 1.121 focuses on agent workflows, model configuration, terminal behavior and built-in preview features -- and features another update to Claude Code functionality.
Visual Studio Magazine

New Default Model for Visual Studio Copilot, So How Do You Choose?

Along with a new default model, a new Consumptions panel in the IDE helps developers monitor their usage of the various models, paired with UI to help easily switch among models. GitHub Copilot in ...
PC World

Windows 11 can still run the PC games you grew up with. Here’s how

PCWorld demonstrates how Windows 11 users can run classic PC games from the 80s and 90s using DOSBox, a free emulator that simulates MS-DOS environments. DOSBox supports vintage titles like ...
Investopedia

6 Essential Steps to Start a Successful Small Business

Samantha (Sam) Silberstein, CFP®, CSLP®, EA, is an experienced financial consultant. She has a demonstrated history of working in both institutional and retail environments, from broker-dealers to ...