AI assistant
A chatbot‑style tool you can ask questions in natural language.
AI Netiquette
Simple, practical rules for using Artificial Intelligence safely and responsibly – especially for non‑experts.
No forums. No comments. Just clear information on what to do, what not to do, and why.
What is AI, in simple words?
In this site, “AI” mostly means tools that can generate text, images, code, or audio based on your requests (prompts).
They are not magic, and they are not people. They are programs trained on huge amounts of data to guess “the next best word (or pixel)”.
Some tools are very general, others are specialised. On this site we focus on how you can stay safe and make the most of them, whatever app or provider you choose.
Important to remember
- AI can be very useful, very fast.
- AI can also be wrong, biased, or outdated.
- You are always responsible for what you do with it.
What you should do
- Write clear prompts. Explain what you need, give context, and ask for examples.
- Double‑check important answers. For health, money, law, or work decisions, always verify with trusted human sources.
- Protect your privacy. Remove names, addresses, passwords, and confidential data before sending text to an AI tool.
- Use AI as an assistant, not a boss. Let it help you think, summarise, draft, and translate.
- Adapt the tone. Tell the AI if you want something formal, casual, kid‑friendly, or “for my grandma”.
Good vs bad prompt
❌ Bad
“Write my homework for me.”
✅ Good
“Explain photosynthesis like I am 12, using a short paragraph and a simple analogy, then give me 3 quiz questions I can answer.”
✅ Good (dialect‑aware)
“Explain what AI is as if you were talking to my non‑technical uncle in Italian, then give me a shorter version that mixes some friendly dialect expressions (but keep it respectful).”
What you should not do
- Do not paste secrets. No passwords, ID numbers, medical records, internal company documents, or client data.
- Do not blindly trust. AI can “hallucinate” – invent facts, quotes, or sources.
- Do not use AI to cheat. Copy‑paste work for exams, theses, or job tasks can be plagiarism and may be detected.
- Do not use AI to harm. No scams, hate, discrimination, or harassment. Laws still apply.
- Do not make AI your only advisor. For big life choices, treat it as one voice among many, not the final judge.
Red‑flag uses
- “Write a convincing email to steal someone’s password.”
- “Help me bypass this exam system.”
- “Generate insults for this group of people.”
Many AI tools block these requests. Even if they don’t, you are still responsible for the consequences.
Risks & Benefits
Benefits
- Faster drafts, summaries, and translations.
- Support for people with reading or writing difficulties.
- New ideas for creativity, study, and work.
- Can act as a patient “first listener” for your ideas.
Risks
- Wrong or misleading information.
- Biased or offensive outputs.
- Leakage of private or confidential data.
- Over‑reliance: “I can’t think without AI anymore.”
Rule of thumb
The more important the decision (health, money, job, legal matters), the more you should:
- Use AI only to understand or prepare.
- Verify with trusted, human experts.
- Keep the final decision human.
Choosing and using AI tools
This site does not recommend specific brands. Instead, here is how to think about tools in general:
- Prefer tools with clear policies. Look for pages that explain how your data is stored and used.
- Use official apps or websites. Be careful with random copies or “hacked” versions that might steal data.
- Keep work and personal accounts separate. If your company gives you an approved AI tool, use that one for work content.
Quick scenarios
- “I have a long document.” Ask for a summary, then for a list of questions to ask your doctor / lawyer / manager.
- “I don’t understand a topic.” Ask for an explanation at your level (“like I’m 14”, “like a beginner”), then ask it to quiz you.
- “I need to write something uncomfortable.” Let the AI draft it, then edit it yourself until it sounds like you.
Glossary – key words at a glance
Safety / safeguards
Mechanisms that try to block clearly harmful or unsafe requests, such as violent, hateful, or illegal content.
Training data
The huge collection of text, images, and other information used to teach the AI model how to respond.
Token / context window
A technical way to talk about how much text the AI can “see” at once. If a chat is very long, it may forget older parts.
FAQ for non‑experts
Does AI “know” everything?
No. It generates answers based on patterns in the data it was trained on. It does not “understand” like a human and can be wrong or outdated.
Is AI spying on me?
Many services store your prompts to improve the system. Avoid sending information you wouldn’t be comfortable sharing with a stranger.
Can I use AI for school?
Often yes – as a tutor: to explain, summarise, or quiz you. Using it to hand in work as if it were yours may break school rules.
Can I use AI for work?
Many companies allow AI for drafts and ideas, but forbid sharing internal or client data. Always check your workplace policy.
Can I switch between languages or dialects?
Yes. You can ask the AI to answer in a different language, or to adapt explanations for a specific audience (for example, “explain this for my grandparents in Italian, with a friendly tone”).
What about children using AI?
Children should use AI under adult guidance. It can be a strong learning tool, but adults should set rules, check answers, and talk about what is appropriate.