AI Foundations · Level 1 · Free

Which AI tools do most people already have?

Most people already use AI without a special purchase. Five common examples are: a general assistant like ChatGPT, Copilot or Gemini; AI features inside everyday software such as Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace; smart email and writing helpers; meeting transcription tools; and the search engines that now answer questions directly with AI.

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