LibreOffice says ‘no AI’ is now a software feature
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The Document Foundation, the nonprofit behind LibreOffice, has announced that it will not include artificial intelligence features in its software for the foreseeable future. This decision is described as a deliberate design choice to ensure user data remains on local devices and does not require network connectivity. The organization emphasizes that this approach protects confidential, legally privileged, or personal information from being uploaded to remote servers for processing. While AI integration is not permanently rejected, current tools fail to meet strict criteria regarding data sovereignty and provider independence. Users who wish to utilize AI can still do so by installing extensions that connect to local models, but these are not part of the default installation. This stance contrasts with the industry trend of adding numerous AI features, which often leads to software bloat and privacy concerns. LibreOffice aims to provide an alternative to Silicon Valley giants by prioritizing user control and security over trendy technological additions.
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