?? Anthropic’s New AI:Data Link

Feast on the latest tech tidbits and more this Thanksgiving week! ??

?? Anthropic's new MCP standard connects AI chatbots to external data systems for more relevant, context-aware interactions.

?? Lesson of the Week: The most effective chart types for visualizing connection-based patterns, including network, chord, and arc diagrams.

?? AI can now replicate your personality with 85% accuracy.

?? Weekly Tech Tip: Boost your Window PC’s speed.

?? Book of the Week: “Data Smart” by John W. Foreman.

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Anthropic’s New Bridge Between AI & Data

Anthropic has introduced the Model Context Protocol (MCP), an open-source standard aimed at improving AI assistant connectivity with diverse data sources like business tools, apps, and repositories.

This approach simplifies integration through a standardized protocol, replacing fragmented systems and enhancing the relevance of AI responses.

While promising, its adoption may face challenges, particularly against proprietary solutions from competitors like OpenAI.

Lesson of the Week

This week's lesson from "Selecting charts" covers identifying the most effective chart types for visualizing connection-based patterns, including network, chord, and arc diagrams.

Question of the Week:

A data storyteller wants to represent the relationships between different characters in a novel. Which chart would be most helpful for this task and why?

Select one

A) Bubble chart- it can easily show the importance of each character

B) Arc diagram- it displays connections and relationships effectively

C) Cartogram- it can visually represent characters' geographical connections

See if you’re right–the answer is at the bottom!

AI Can Replicate Your Personality

Researchers from Stanford and Google DeepMind have developed an AI system capable of creating remarkably accurate digital replicas of individuals after a two-hour interview.

These "simulation agents" reflect participants' values and preferences with 85% accuracy, offering a groundbreaking tool for social science experiments.

However, the technology raises ethical concerns about potential misuse, such as generating unauthorized personas, and its limitations in capturing complex human behaviors.

Weekly Tech Tip

Boost Your Window PC’s Speed

Use Task Manager to Diagnose Issues

• Open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) to monitor resource-heavy apps and processes.
• End tasks with high CPU or memory usage that aren’t essential.

Manage Startup Apps

• Disable unnecessary programs that launch at startup via Task Manager under the?Startup apps?tab.

Optimize Antivirus Scans

• Schedule antivirus scans during off-hours (overnight or lunch breaks) to reduce system strain.
• For Windows Defender, disable?Periodic Scanning?if it’s slowing your PC.

Limit Browser Resource Usage

• Close unused tabs and windows.
• Use your browser’s built-in task manager (e.g., Chrome: Shift + Esc) to identify memory-hogging tabs and extensions.

Update Your OS and Drivers

• Regularly check for Windows and driver updates via?Settings > Windows Update?to improve compatibility and performance.

Free Up Storage and Check Drive Health

• Delete unnecessary files and uninstall unused apps.
• Use tools like?CrystalDisk Info?to monitor hard drive health. Upgrade to an SSD if necessary.

Pause OneDrive Syncing

• Pause syncing via the OneDrive icon in the notification tray to free up resources.

Close Background Apps Completely

• Fully quit apps running in the notification tray by right-clicking their icon and selecting?Quit?or?Exit.

Regularly Shut Down Your PC

• Completely power off your computer occasionally to clear memory and reset the system.

Adjust Visual Settings

• Reduce animations, change themes, and adjust Windows settings to prioritize performance over aesthetics.

Book of the Week

“Data Smart”?by John Foreman demystifies data science by demonstrating how to process raw data into actionable insights using familiar tools like spreadsheets, making complex techniques approachable.

The book covers advanced methods, such as optimization, clustering, AI, and forecasting, blending technical depth with humor to engage readers in mastering analytic techniques.

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Lesson of the Week Answer:

B) Arc diagram- it displays connections and relationships effectively